Heat Advisory Issued For Encinitas

ENCINITAS, CA — The National Weather Service has issued a heat advisory for San Diego County as temperatures are forecast to heat up and humidity is expected to drop, while Santa Ana winds blow throughout the region.

The heat advisory will be in effect from 10 a.m. Tuesday to 8 p.m. Thursday in the coastal areas and valleys, including Encinitas. High temperatures are expected between 96 to 102 degrees in the valleys, and from the 80s to near 90 near the immediate coast.

A red flag warning is also in effect until 5 p.m. Tuesday for the county mountains and valleys.

Also see: Gusty Winds, Low Humidity Raise Risk Of Fires In San Diego County

The NWS urged residents to drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check on relatives and neighbors.

"Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside," forecasters said. "When possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening."

Weather officials also reminded residents that young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles, with interiors able to reach deadly temperatures in minutes.

"Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke," forecasters said. "Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency!"