The National Weather Service office in Reno has issued a Excessive Heat Watch warning area residents to expect dangerously hot conditions with daytime high temperatures between 100 and 105 between Saturday morning and Monday evening.
Dangerously hot conditions are expected over the holiday weekend with well above normal overnight low temperatures of 65 to 70. These temperatures will reach or exceed daily records in many places.
The warning is for all of western Nevada and northeast California, including the cities of Reno, Sparks, Carson City, Minden, Yerington, Fallon, Fernley, Nixon, Lovelock, Hawthorne, Gerlach, Susanville, and Cedarville from Saturday morning through Monday evening.
Extreme heat will significantly increase the potential for heat related illnesses, particularly for those without sufficient cooling or hydration resources, and those working or participating in outdoor activities.
While daytime high temperatures will be near or above records, limited overnight cooling and the duration of extreme heat will exacerbate heat health impacts especially for those without air conditioning.
Be prepared to drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any circumstances. This is especially true during warm or
hot weather when car interiors can reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes.
Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when possible.
To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1.
