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District issues heat emergency warning from Saturday

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A heat warning is in effect in the district from Saturday, June 22nd to Sunday, June 23rd.

The county’s Office of Emergency Management and Homeland Security (OEMHS) issued the warning from Saturday noon to Sunday 8 p.m.

The alert is sent when a temperature or heat index of 105 degrees Fahrenheit or higher is forecast for at least two days. Nighttime temperatures can still pose a health threat after prolonged exposure, even though temperatures may be lower.

The high temperatures could cause heat-related illnesses such as heat exhaustion or heat stroke. The district advises residents to stay indoors as much as possible.

During operating hours, residents can cool off at county facilities such as libraries, swimming pools, recreation centers and senior living facilities. During operating hours, anyone seeking shelter can use the Ride On buses.

Never leave people or pets in a parked car for long periods of time, even with the window open. The temperature in parked vehicles can rise to over 54°C after just a few minutes.

The county is urging residents to take protective measures such as staying indoors when possible, avoiding strenuous outdoor activities, taking frequent breaks in a cool place when outdoors, drinking plenty of water and avoiding caffeine and alcohol.

Those most at risk for heat-related illness are infants and children up to four years old, people over 65, people who are sick or taking certain medications, and people who are overweight. The county is urging residents to visit people at high risk regularly.

If residents experience symptoms such as heat cramps, heat exhaustion, or heat stroke, they should move away from the heat zone, loosen/lighten their clothing, and drink water. Heat exposure can be life-threatening.

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