Alerta De Altas Temperaturas En El Condado De Sonoma

Press release from the Sonoma County Government:

August 14, 2020

Santa Rosa, CA - August 14, 2020 - The National Weather Service has issued a High Temperature Alert for Sonoma County starting today, Friday, August 14 at 11 a.m., through Friday, August 14 at 9 p.m. The highest temperatures during this time are expected to occur during the early afternoon and late afternoon. Warmer temperatures are expected to occur today in most areas of the County. These high temperatures are expected to continue next week.

Partners with the Sonoma County Department of Health Services (DHS) and Emergency Response remind residents that excessive heat poses a significant health risk, particularly to the elderly, young children, pregnant women and People with chronic diseases. Heat-related illnesses range from heat cramps and heat exhaustion to heat stroke and, in extreme cases, death. Symptoms of a heat-related illness include profuse sweating, muscle cramps, tiredness or dizziness, nausea or vomiting, headache, or weakness.

While it remains critical that we all practice social distancing for protection and avoid congregating in large groups during this COVID-19 pandemic, DHS recommends taking immediate action as necessary, such as visiting refrigeration stands or going to a home. neighbor with air conditioning, to protect their health and safety during this period of high temperatures. However, if you must shelter outside your home, continue to wear a mask and try to stay at least six feet away from others. If you have symptoms or are COVID-19 positive, do not go to one of these alternative sites and call your healthcare provider.

To find the temperature in your area, visit the National Weather Service for up-to-date information.

Regarding COVID-19, refrigeration centers should follow the California Department of Public Health guidance posted here: https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CID/DCDC/Pages/COVID-19/GuidanceforCoolingCenters .aspx .

Protect yourself and those around you by following these rules:

Regarding COVID-19, refrigeration centers should follow the California Department of Public Health guidance posted here: https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CID/DCDC/Pages/COVID-19/GuidanceforCoolingCenters .aspx .

Protect yourself and those around you by following these rules:

• Drink : Drink lots of cold fluids, even if you are not physically active and even if you are not thirsty. Avoid caffeinated or alcoholic beverages.
• Dress appropriately - wear light, loose-fitting, light-colored clothing Add a wide-brimmed hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen (SPF 15 or higher).
• Decrease Movement: Limit physical activity and stay indoors in an air-conditioned space. If you must be physically active, reduce your intensity and take frequent breaks in the shade.
• Protect yourself : If you must work outside, try to do it in the early morning or evening after it has cooled down. During the hottest hours of the day, stay in the shade. Supervise your co-workers and ask them to do the same for you. Check the elderly, infants and young children frequently, also people with chronic diseases or who are taking medications.
• Think : use your common sense. Check that animals and pets have enough fresh water and shade. Consider bringing your pets indoors and wetting any animals outside.
• Do not leave them : never, ever leave any person or pet in a parked car for any reason.

For more detailed information on dealing with heat emergencies, visit the Sonoma County Department of Health Services Heat Emergencies pages:

General : sonomacounty.ca.gov/Public-Safety/Heat-Safety/

For animal protection: sonomacounty.ca.gov/Health/Animal-Services/News/Safety-During-Heat/

For weather information , visit the Bay Area National Weather Service (NWS) page below: NWS Weather Map for the San Francisco Bay Area: forecast.weather .gov / MapClick.php? zoneid = CAZ506

This press release was produced by the Sonoma County Government . The views expressed here are the author's own.