Tri-Valley Residents Under 'Very High' Heat Risk

TRI-VALLEY, CA — As the heatwave bears on, officials warn that residents of Tri-Valley — like much of inland California — are at very high risk of developing a heat-related illness.

The excessive heat warning currently in place will be in effect through 9 p.m. Wednesday, with record-high or near-record temperatures of 95 to 108 degrees expected, according to the National Weather Service.

As of Monday, nearly all of Tri-Valley was considered to be at very high risk, meaning the entire population is at risk due to the heat. A few small pockets were at high risk, meaning much of the population is at-risk, according to NWS.

Ensure that elderly people, kids and pets are cared for and staying cool. Don't leave a child or pet in the car, wear sunscreen and seek shade.

Officials warn that residents should be wary of heat exhaustion or heat stroke after spending prolonged time outdoors. People are especially vulnerable if they must spend a lot of time outside, don't have air conditioning or have chronic ailments, NWS wrote.

Call 911 and immediately move to the shade if you are experiencing a heat-related illness.
Drink lots of water, stay out of the sun and stay in air conditioning, NWS said. Keep an eye on family and neighbors.

See which areas are considered high and very high risk below:

With all the thunderstorms lighting up the area, keep in mind we are still experiencing a prolonged heatwave. The Heat Advisory has been extended for most coastal areas. Today will be tricky, as a shallow marine layer will make or break coastal temperatures.#CAwx #CAHeat pic.twitter.com/4LTtrqxm7g
— NWS Bay Area (@NWSBayArea) August 17, 2020