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...EXCESSIVE HEAT WATCH NOW IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY MORNING THROUGH
WEDNESDAY MORNING, JULY 10TH...

* WHAT...Temperatures are going to warm significantly as we head
into the 4th of July weekend with afternoon highs approaching 100
degrees across western NV by the 4th of July, then heating further
to near or above 105 degrees over the weekend and early next week.
This will result in a prolonged period of Major HeatRisk.

* WHERE...Northern Washoe County, Western Nevada Basin and Range
including Pyramid Lake, Greater Reno-Carson City-Minden Area, and
Mineral and Southern Lyon Counties.

* WHEN...From Saturday morning through Wednesday morning, July 10th.

* IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during
extreme heat events, particularly for those working or
participating in outdoor activities.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Prepare for an extended period of dangerous heat. Drink plenty of
fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and
check up on relatives and neighbors. Try to limit strenuous
activities to early morning or evening. Take action when you see
symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke.

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

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