Official VOAD for Santa Clara County

Heat Advisory 9/30 to 10/2

Posted On: September 29, 2024

National Weather Service (NWS) Heat Advisory

Monday, September 30, 11:00 AM to Wednesday, October 2, 11:00 PM.

Temperatures. Up to 105 degrees

Life Threatening Risks

  • Not drinking enough water
  • Body temperature of 103 degrees or more
  • Not sweating, weakness, rapid pulse, or disoriented
  • Unable to keep a room temperature below 80 degrees
  • Working outdoors in the heat
  • Drugs or alcohol intake
  • Mental illness
  • Thinking that you’ll be okay without taking action

Increased Risk

  • Drinking sugary drinks or caffeine
  • People with medical conditions like diabetes, obesity, or cardiovascular disease
  • Unhoused
  • Infants & children
  • Pregnant women
  • Adults over 65 years old with no one to check on them
  • Pets

Take Action

  • Drink water often
  • Check on vulnerable neighbors/family
  • Wet towels for head, neck, arms
  • Fans cool damp skin
  • Place feet in cool water or take a cool bath/shower
  • Find shade and a breeze
  • Go to any public space with air conditioning
  • Call 9-1-1 if someone feels unwell
  • Offer free, cold water to people on the street

Cooling Centers (Service animals allowed)

Check to see if Cooling Center accepts pets

www.preparescc.org/heatsafety

 

Transportation

Valley Transportation Authority offers free rides to cooling centers

 

Questions?
Call 2-1-1 or go to 211bayarea.org

More information: https://www.facebook.com/sccoem/

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