Excessive Heat Warning, Advisory Issued For Parts Of San Diego County

SAN DIEGO, CA — Hot conditions have triggered an excessive heat warning and a heat advisory for parts of San Diego County.

An excessive heat warning has been issued for the San Diego County deserts, where dangerously hot conditions with temperatures up to 114 degrees are expected, the National Weather Service announced Tuesday. The warning is in effect from 10 a.m. Wednesday until 8 p.m. Thursday.

Elsewhere in the county, a heat advisory has been issued for the San Diego County mountains. Temperatures are expected to reach up to 98 degrees in the mountain areas below 5,000 feet, according to the NWS.

"Much warmer than normal nights will add to the potential for heat stress," forecasters warned.

The advisory is in effect from noon Tuesday to 8 p.m. Thursday for the mountains, including the communities of Julian and Pine Valley.

Extreme heat can significantly increase the potential for heat-related illness, particularly for people working or participating in outdoor activities. The NWS recommends those who work or spend time outside to take extra precautions, and when possible to reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening.

People should drink plenty of fluids, stay in air-conditioned rooms, stay out of the sun, and check on relatives and neighbors. Young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any circumstances.