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Updated:August 4, 2026 1:30 pm PDT

Extreme Heat Warning EXTREME HEAT WARNING  
Imperial County

  Effective: Tue, 8/4 12:56pm Severity:  Severe 
  Updated: August 4, 2026 1:30 pm Urgency: Expected
  Expires: Wed, 8/5 4:45am Certainty: Likely

Areas Affected: Imperial County Southwest - Salton Sea - Imperial County Southeast - Imperial County West - Imperial Valley
 
Alert Details:
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions. Afternoon temperatures 104 to
117 degrees. Major Heat Risk.

* WHERE...Imperial County, including the Imperial Valley and El
Centro.

* WHEN...Until 8 PM PDT Friday.

* IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during
extreme heat events. Overexposure can cause heat cramps and heat
exhaustion to develop and, without intervention, can lead to heat
stroke.

Information:
An Extreme Heat Warning means that a period of very hot temperatures,
even by local standards, will occur. Actions should be taken to
lessen the impact of the extreme heat.

Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When
possible, reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or
evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat
stroke. Wear lightweight and loose-fitting clothing when possible and
drink plenty of water.

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.

Public cooling shelters are available in some areas. Consult county
officials for more details.
Extreme Heat Warning EXTREME HEAT WARNING  
Imperial County

  Effective: Tue, 8/4 12:56pm Severity:  Severe 
  Updated: August 4, 2026 1:30 pm Urgency: Expected
  Expires: Wed, 8/5 4:45am Certainty: Likely

Areas Affected: Joshua Tree NP West - Joshua Tree NP East - Chuckwalla Mountains - Chiriaco Summit
 
Alert Details:
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions. Afternoon temperatures 95 to 112
degrees. Major Heat Risk.

* WHERE...Chuckwalla Mountains, Chiriaco Summit, and Joshua Tree
National Park.

* WHEN...Until 8 PM PDT Friday.

* IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during
extreme heat events. Overexposure can cause heat cramps and heat
exhaustion to develop and, without intervention, can lead to heat
stroke.

Information:
An Extreme Heat Warning means that a period of very hot temperatures,
even by local standards, will occur. Actions should be taken to
lessen the impact of the extreme heat.

Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When
possible, reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or
evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat
stroke. Wear lightweight and loose-fitting clothing when possible and
drink plenty of water.

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.

Public cooling shelters are available in some areas. Consult county
officials for more details.
Extreme Heat Warning EXTREME HEAT WARNING  
Imperial County

  Effective: Tue, 8/4 12:56pm Severity:  Severe 
  Updated: August 4, 2026 1:30 pm Urgency: Expected
  Expires: Wed, 8/5 4:45am Certainty: Likely

Areas Affected: Parker Valley - Kofa - Yuma - Central La Paz - Southeast Yuma County - Gila River Valley - Palo Verde Valley - Chuckwalla Valley
 
Alert Details:
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions. Afternoon temperatures 103 to
115 degrees. Major Heat Risk.

* WHERE...In Arizona, La Paz and Yuma counties. In California, Palo
Verde Valley.

* WHEN...Until 8 PM MST /8 PM PDT/ Friday.

* IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during
extreme heat events. Overexposure can cause heat cramps and heat
exhaustion to develop and, without intervention, can lead to heat
stroke.

Information:
An Extreme Heat Warning means that a period of very hot temperatures,
even by local standards, will occur. Actions should be taken to
lessen the impact of the extreme heat.

Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When
possible, reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or
evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat
stroke. Wear lightweight and loose-fitting clothing when possible and
drink plenty of water.

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.

Public cooling shelters are available in some areas. Consult county
officials for more details.