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Extreme Heat Warning issued August 21 at 4:05AM PDT until August 21 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS Las Vegas NV

* WHAT…Dangerously hot conditions with high temperatures 104 to 108
and near record warm overnight low temperatures this morning.

* WHERE…In Arizona, Hualapai Mountains. In California, Cadiz Basin,
Eastern Mojave Desert, and Morongo Basin. In Nevada, Northeast
Clark County, Southern Clark County, and Western Clark and Southern
Nye County.

* WHEN…Until 8 PM PDT /8 PM MST/ this evening.

* IMPACTS…Heat-related illnesses increase significantly during
extreme heat events.
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.

Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates.

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