A heatwave is expected to send temperatures soaring in parts of central and northern California this week, the National Weather Service warned June 10.
High temperatures on Tuesday and Wednesday could reach from 95 to 107 degrees in those areas, the National Weather Service reported. The lows will drop to the mid-60s or 70s at night.
The weather service also issued heat advisories for much of Northern California, including Santa Clara Valley, San Jose, the East Bay, North Bay, and interior Monterey County and Pinnacles National Park.
High heat is also expected in Bakersfield, southeast San Joaquin Valley, Mariposa Madera foothills, Fresno, and Kern River Valley areas.
Temperatures in the areas under advisory could reach from 95 to 103, according to the weather service.
During the heat spike, residents should be aware of moderate to major risks of heat stress or illness, especially anyone without air conditioning or adequate water, officials advised.
Residents were also reminded not to leave children or pets in unattended vehicles and to find shade or air conditioning during the hottest times of the day.
The weather service is also cautioning that rivers are running cold and swift this week as they carry snow melt away from the mountains, according to meteorologist Sara Purdue, in the Sacramento office.
“If you go in water, make sure you’re wearing a life vest, keep an eye on the kids, and avoid alcohol,” Ms. Purdue told The Epoch Times.
Central California also experienced a short heat wave last week when temperatures rose well over 100 degrees, according to Ms. Purdue.
