July 2024 Excessive Heat Warning

The National Weather Service has extended the Excessive Heat Warning that will be in effect for our area until Tuesday, July 9, 2024 at 11pm. Residents are encouraged to take steps to stay safe and cool, including the use of a community cooling zone if needed, such as the Transit Center in Turlock. Continue reading for more information and resources.

Heat Wave Information

​* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with high temperatures from 105 to 118. Limited overnight relief with low temperatures in the upper 60s to mid 80s. Widespread Major to Extreme HeatRisk is expected.
* WHERE...Carquinez Strait and Delta, Central Sacramento Valley, Motherlode, Mountains Southwestern Shasta County to Western Colusa County, Northeast Foothills/Sacramento Valley, Northern Sacramento Valley, Northern San Joaquin Valley, Shasta Lake Area / Northern Shasta County, and Southern Sacramento Valley.
* WHEN...Until 11 PM PDT Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events, particularly for those working or participating in outdoor activities.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Heat could significantly impact outdoor holiday activities. Area waterways will continue to run cold and fast, creating dangerous conditions for those seeking relief in rivers and lakes. Delta breeze influence will result in slightly cooler, but still hot temperatures in the Vicinity Delta and western portions of the Sacramento Area by late weekend into early next week.

Turlock Cooling Zone - Roger K. Fall Transit Center

The Transit Center lobby is available as a cooling zone Monday-Friday (6am-9pm) and Saturday (9am-7pm). It is closed on Sundays and observed holidays.
​UPDATE: During the Stanislaus County Fair (July 5 - July 14) the hours will be extended to be: Weekdays (6am-11:30pm) and Weekends (9am-11:30pm), including Sundays.

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.
* Stay cool, stay hydrated, stay informed.

Extreme Heat Resources

• Stanislaus County Cooling Zone Locations:  https://stanemergency.com/pdf/cooling-locations.pdf
• Cooling Zones are also displayed on Stanemergency’s Community Dashboard (click Cooling Zones tab at bottom of map).
• StanEmergency Heat Safety Tips:  https://stanemergency.com/naturalDisasters/heat.shtm
• California’s HeatReady site:  https://heatreadyca.com/
• Listos California: https://www.listoscalifornia.org/disaster-readiness/​
• FEMA Heat Tips: https://www.ready.gov/heat