With June Gloom burning off and summer weather finally arriving, temperatures are expected to hit record highs..
The Los Angeles Times reports, the National Weather Service issued an extreme-heat warning on Thursday for local valley and mountain areas, warning of high temperatures and humidity.
The heat warning — which covers inland areas of Ventura, L.A. and Orange counties — begins Thursday morning and could extend at least through Saturday afternoon. Temperatures are forecast to top 100 degrees.
“With the increase of heat, there’s always an increase in fire danger,” said Inspector Don Kunitomi of the Los Angeles County Fire Department.
Local utilities also urged residents Thursday to conserve energy, because the hot temperatures are putting pressure on the power grid.
How Can You Prepare for a Heat Wave?
Heat stroke, dehydration and heat exhaustion are some serious conditions that occur more frequently during heat waves. The American Red Cross and ABC have teamed up to provide helpful tips for summer safety, which can be found here:
Heat Safety
Fire Safety
Electrical Safety
Following these prevention tips and staying informed can keep you safe this summer.
Sun safety and overexposure to the sun can lead to negative health consequences. Stay hydrated, remember to wear sun screen and avoid over-exertion when possible.
Consider these facts:
-No one is immune to the sun’s harmful rays.
-More than 90% of skin cancers occur on sun-exposed skin.
-Over 1 million new skin cancers are diagnosed annually.
-In some parts of the world, melanoma is increasing at rates faster than any other cancer.
-You can sunburn even on a cloudy day.
-One blistering sunburn can double a child’s lifetime risk of developing skin cancer.
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