The Bay Area’s Heat Advisory has been extended by the National Weather Service (NWS) as forecasters warn of high temperatures that will affect the area beginning Friday.
The Santa Cruz Mountains are now included in the advisory, which was first issued for a number of inland valleys. It will remain in force Friday from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
The Santa Cruz Mountains, which include towns like Ben Lomond and Boulder Creek, have been added to the alert owing to predicted highs in the upper 90s, the NWS said in an early-morning update on Wednesday.
Similar heat, with highs in the upper 80s to upper 90s, is predicted for other inland regions, such as the inner valleys of the North Bay, East Bay, and Santa Clara Valley. Temperatures in some remote interior areas may even reach 100 degrees.
Although Friday is predicted to see the brunt of the heat, forecasters predict that high temperatures will continue into Saturday, particularly outside of coastal regions.
As cooler air comes to the area, temperatures should recover to more moderate levels by Sunday and the beginning of next week.
The Weather Service is advising locals to take preventative measures to prevent heat-related ailments as the heatwave draws near.
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Avoiding prolonged exposure to direct sunlight, drinking enough of water, and staying in air-conditioned spaces whenever feasible are all advised safety precautions.
Close observation is necessary for vulnerable groups, including the elderly, small children, and people with underlying medical issues.
Additionally, authorities are warning the public about the risks of leaving pets or children in parked cars, even for brief periods of time. During heat events, the temperature inside an automobile can rapidly rise to potentially fatal levels.
It is advised that residents visit their neighbors and family members, particularly those who lack access to air conditioning or suitable shelter.
The warning is a timely reminder that even in normally temperate coastal regions like the Bay Area, severe heat may be dangerous.
