Heat Watch In Monrovia

Press release from the City of Monrovia:

July 30, 2020

The National Weather Service has issued a heat watch in the San Gabriel Valley from Thursday, July 20, 11 a.m., to Saturday, August 1, 9 p.m.

With elevated temperatures comes elevated fire danger and heat-related illnesses – both of which can occur suddenly. During the heat, please take the following precautions:

• Drink plenty of water and keep hydrated throughout the day.
• If you must go out, plan your day to avoid going out during the hottest hours, and wear sunscreen.
• Cars get very hot. Never leave children or pets in cars and call 911 if you see a child or pet in a car alone.
• Beware of heat-related illness, like heat stroke and call 911 if you see these symptoms: high body temperature, vomiting, and pale and clammy skin.
• Check on those at risk, like those who are sick, older adults, pregnant women, and children.
• Avoid strenuous work outs wearing face coverings or masks not intended for athletic purposes; this means avoiding contact with others while you work out.

Fan Loan Program

The Monrovia Community Center has fans available for residents to borrow. Those interested in a fan or would like additional information are encouraged to call (626) 256-8246.

Cooling Centers

The Los Angeles County has designated cooling centers that will be open beginning Friday to provide the public relief from the heat. Residents who do not have access to air conditioning are encouraged to take advantage of these free cooling centers. To find a location near you, visit ready.lacounty.gov/heat or call 211.

The health and safety of staff and visitors at cooling centers is priority. When visiting a cooling center, the following are recommended:

• Staff and visitors are instructed to stay home if they do not feel well. Any person reporting or exhibiting signs of illness is advised to seek appropriate medical care.
• Staff and visitors are required to wear a face covering at all times.
• Staff and visitors are advised to practice social distancing by standing at least six feet away from other persons, except for family members. Tables, chairs and other physical layouts are arranged to ensure appropriate distancing. Occupancy is reduced by more than half to prevent crowding.
• Signage is posted throughout cooling centers reminding staff and visitors of key protective actions, including the proper way to wear face coverings, washing hands, covering sneezes and coughs, and to avoid touching their faces.
• Cooling centers follow cleaning and disinfecting procedures. Frequently contacted surfaces like door handles, handrails, counters, seating, bathrooms, and floors are cleaned more often. Trash is collected and disposed of regularly.

Helpful Links

• CDC – Extreme Heat
• California Office of Emergency Services – Summer Heat Resources
• County of Los Angeles – Stay Healthy in the Heat

This press release was produced by the City of Monrovia. The views expressed are the author's own.