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...EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM SATURDAY TO
10 AM PDT WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Temperatures are going to warm significantly as we head
into the 4th of July weekend with afternoon highs approaching 100
degrees across western NV on the 4th of July, then heating further
to near or above 105 degrees over the weekend and early next week.
This will result in a prolonged period of Major HeatRisk.

* WHERE...Northern Washoe County, Western Nevada Basin and Range
including Pyramid Lake, Greater Reno-Carson City-Minden Area, and
Mineral and Southern Lyon Counties.

* WHEN...From 10 AM Saturday to 10 AM PDT Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during
extreme heat events, particularly for those working or
participating in outdoor activities.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of
the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors.

Do not leave young children and pets in unattended vehicles. Car
interiors will reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes.

To reduce risk during outdoor work, schedule 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.

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