Heat Advisory

Full Alert Message

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Elko NV 837 PM PDT Thu Aug 6 2026 ...HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM PDT FRIDAY... ...EXTREME HEAT WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM TO 11 PM PDT FRIDAY... * WHAT...High temperatures 100 to 103 degrees in the valleys each afternoon. Low temperatures 60 to 65 degrees in the valleys each night. This will result in a major risk for heat-related illnesses for much of the population, especially those without effective cooling. * WHERE...Humboldt County. * WHEN...For the Heat Advisory, until 6 AM PDT Friday. For the Extreme Heat Warning, from 6 AM to 11 PM PDT Friday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat. 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.