Heat Advisory Issued for Los Angeles Region Through 7:00 PM Today, Chance of Showers and Thunderstorms Forecasted Through Friday

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LOS ANGELES - The National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory for parts of the Los Angeles region through 7:00 PM today, September 16. Temperatures could reach nearly 100 degrees in parts of the San Fernando Valley. Beginning Wednesday night and through Thursday, showers and thunderstorms are also anticipated.

The Mayor's Office of Public Safety continues to coordinate with the Emergency Management Department, LAFD, LAPD, Recreation and Parks, the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (LADWP), and other City Departments to ensure all are ready to respond as needed to keep Angelenos safe.

"City Departments will continue to monitor the forecast closely and respond to any emerging needs to keep Angelenos safe," said Mayor Karen Bass. "These temperatures can be dangerous, especially for vulnerable residents. I encourage all Angelenos to access City facilities for relief from the heat if needed."

The City of Los Angeles has hundreds of locations open for relief from the heat, including Recreation and Parks facilities and local library branches. For location and hours of operation, visit laparks.org/reccenterand lapl.org/branches. Angelenos can also call 3-1-1 from within L.A. City to learn more. Angelenos can sign up to receive adverse weather alerts on their phones at NotifyLA.org.

Safety Tips For Angelenos To Avoid Heat Injury:

• Seek shade and refuge from the hot sun if you need to be outside.

• Stay hydrated, drink plenty of water - especially if you drink coffee or soda.

• Check in on and prepare your household, family, friends, pets and workplace.

• Limit your exposure to direct sunlight between 10:00 AM and 4:00 PM, when the sun's rays are strongest.

• If you feel ill, tell someone immediately. Symptoms of heat exhaustion may include dizziness, fatigue, faintness, muscle cramps, nausea or vomiting and headache.

• Symptoms of heat stroke include:

  • High body temperature (103°F or higher)

  • Hot, red, dry, or damp skin

  • Fast, strong pulse

  • Headache

  • Dizziness

  • Nausea

  • Confusion

  • Loss of consciousness (passing out)

• In the event of a heat stroke:

  • Call 911 right away - heat stroke is a medical emergency

  • Move the person to a cooler place

  • Help lower the person's temperature with cool cloths or a cool bath

  • Do not give the person anything to drink

• Listen to your body and remember that those with chronic illness such as asthma, heart disease etc., are more vulnerable to extreme heat. Please take extra precautions.

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Los Angeles Fire Department:

The National Weather Service is forecasting a 30-60% chance of showers and thunderstorms beginning Wednesday night through Friday, with relative humidity levels projected to range from 26% to 70% through the week. The Los Angeles Fire Department is actively monitoring the weather and is ready to respond to any emergency that may occur, including any risk of wildfires sparked by lightning.

Monitoring Burn Scar Areas

Given the potential for rain through the end of the week, the Bureau of Engineering will monitor known landslide-risk areas and check slopes in the area that could impact roadway access.

The Bureau of Street Services will manage any tree emergencies that could impact the public right-of-way.

LASAN crews regularly clean and monitor the 18 debris basins in the Palisades area to ensure the capture of mudflow and burn debris from the burn scar areas, as well as to allow storm water to flow unobstructed into the storm drain system.

Protecting Unhoused Angelenos:
LAHSA is conducting outreach to inform Angelenos of the heat and provide them with heat safety information, cooling center locations, water bottles, and other supplies.

Climate stations that provide cold beverages, seating, shade, and more are open in Skid Row for Angelenos to stay cool. Stations are operating at:

• Towne St. (between 5th St. & 6th St.) across the street from the ReFresh Spot

• San Pedro St., mid-block between 6th St. & 7th St.

• 5th and Maple

Additionally, the Skid Row Care Campus located at 422 Crocker St. is open every day from 7:00 AM-11:00 PM and provides access to restrooms, showers, drinking water, and laundry services. The ReFresh Spot located at 544 Towne Avenue is also open and provides the Skid Row community access to drinking water, restrooms, showers, and laundry facilities. The ReFresh Spot is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, to anyone in the community, free of charge.

Conserving Energy While Staying Cool:
The Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (LADWP) is ready to respond to any potential power outages in Los Angeles and will work around the clock to meet customer demand. Angelenos are reminded to conserve energy use where possible as demand for electricity may increase as customers run air conditioners. LADWP recommends the following to conserve electricity safely while helping reduce any potential strain on neighborhood electrical infrastructure:

• Adjust air conditioning thermostats to 78 degrees. If you are away from your home and do not have pets inside, turn off the air conditioning system.

• Limit the use of major appliances such as washing machines, vacuum cleaners, and dishwashers to before 4:00 PM or after 9:00 PM.

• Ventilate your home in the early morning and evening by opening windows and doors to clear out the heat and allow cooler air to circulate. Close curtains, shades or blinds during warmer hours to reduce heat from direct sunlight.

• Turn off lights and other electrical equipment when not in use.

• Unplug energy vampires like cellphone and computer chargers, and other appliances that use energy when not in use.

• Avoid using the stove and oven if possible, which can help keep indoor temperatures down.

In the event of a power outage:

• Report power outages at https://www.ladwp.com/outagesor by calling 1-800-DIAL-DWP (1-800-342-5397).

• LADWP customers can sign up to receive outage alerts via text or email at https://www.ladwp.com/outagealert.

• LADWP also shares updates on outage restoration progress to affected communities via NextDoor.com.

To find out more about LADWP's rebates and programs, click here.