Heat Watch In Lake Forest: Where To Cool Down In Town

LAKE FOREST, CA —Another sweltering heat wave is headed to Orange County, and residents can expect scorching temperatures in Lake Forest.

The National Weather Service issued an Excessive Heat Watch from Monday through Tuesday for all inland Orange County cities, including Lake Forest.

In Lake Forest, temperatures will climb to 100 starting Monday, according to AccuWeather.

On the coast, temperatures are projected to be cooler this week. Coastal residents can expect temperatures ranging from the mid to high '80s, according to AccuWeather.

The heat advisory was issued by the National Weather Service and will remain in effect from 10 a.m. Monday to 8 p.m. Tuesday.

"Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun and check up on relatives and neighbors," the NWS wrote in a statement. "Young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any circumstances."

Residents were also urged to take precautions when spending time outside, and to reschedule strenuous activities when possible to the early morning or evening.

In Lake Forest, residents can keep cool at the following libraries and cooling centers:

• Lake Forest Community Center, 100 Civic Center Drive.
  • Tuesday through Thursday: 11 a.m. - 7 p.m.
  • Friday through Saturday: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m
• El Toro Library, 24672 Raymond Way.
  • Monday through Thursday: 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.
  • Friday through Saturday:9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
• Foothill Ranch Library, 27002 Cabriole.
  • Monday through Thursday:10 a.m.- 7 p.m.
  • Saturday: 9 a.m.- 5 p.m.