...EXTREME HEAT WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM PDT /8 PM MST/
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with high temperatures between
108 and 114 in Las Vegas, Lake Mead National Recreation Area,
Mesquite, Pahrump, and Baker.Major Heat Risk expected with
heat-related impacts possible to much of the population is
precautions are not taken.

* WHERE...Lake Mead National Recreation Area, Eastern Mojave Desert,
Northeast Clark County, Las Vegas Valley, and Southern Clark
County.

* WHEN...Until 8 PM PDT /8 PM MST/ Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Heat-related illnesses increase significantly during
extreme heat events.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of
the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors.

Do not leave young children and pets in unattended vehicles. Car
interiors will reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes.

Take extra precautions when outside. Wear lightweight and
loose-fitting clothing. Try to limit strenuous activities to early
morning or evening. Take action when you see symptoms of heat
exhaustion and heat stroke.

To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and
Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in
shaded or air-conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat
should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an
emergency! Call 9 1 1.

Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates.

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