Heat Advisory Issued for Tuesday, Cooling Centers in Brentwood and Oakley Open

by ECT Aug 16, 2022

written by ECT Aug 16, 2022

On Tuesday, the National Weather Service has issued a heat advisory from 11:00 am to 8:00 pm Tuesday in the San Francisco Bay Area. In the East Bay, temperatures are expected to reach over 100-degrees with East Contra Costa County getting as high as 107 degrees.

Cooling Centers

The City of Brentwood has already announced the Brentwood Community Center will be open as a cooling center (35 Oak Street). It will be open from 11:00am-6:00pm.

The City of Oakley announced their cooling center will also be open from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm. This is located at the Oakley Recreation Center (1250 O’Hara Ave).

Spare the Air

A Spare the Air Alert is in effect, Tuesday, August 16, 2022, for the San Francisco Bay Area.

High temperatures and wildfire smoke are expected to increase smog buildup. Concentrations of ground-level ozone pollution are forecast to be unhealthy.

High levels of ozone pollution are harmful to breathe, especially for young children, seniors and those with respiratory and heart conditions.

Affected Area

Mountains of San Benito County and Interior Monterey County Including Pinnacles National Park, North Bay Interior Mountains, Eastern Santa Clara Hills, East Bay Hills and East Bay Interior Valleys

Description

…HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM THIS MORNING TO 8 PM PDT THIS EVENING… WHAT…Hot conditions with afternoon temperatures in the upper 90s to 106 degrees. WHERE…Mountains of San Benito County and Interior Monterey County Including Pinnacles National Park, North Bay Interior Mountains, Eastern Santa Clara Hills, East Bay Hills and East Bay Interior Valleys.

WHEN…From 11 AM to 8 PM PDT Tuesday. IMPACTS…Widespread moderate to high heat risk expected. Hot temperatures will significantly increase the potential for heat- related illnesses, particularly for those working or participating in outdoor activities.

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. Young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any circumstances. Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when possible. 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.

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Heat Advisory Issued for Tuesday, Cooling Centers in Brentwood and Oakley Open

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