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Excessive Heat Warning Issued Today, 9/4/20,10:00 a.m. through 9/7/20, 8:00 p.m.

The National Weather Service has issued an Excessive Heat Warning for San Diego County Mountains, Deserts, Valleys, and Coasts, effective until?Monday 9/7/20 at 8:00 p.m. Dangerously hot conditions with high temperatures of 90 to 121 degrees expected. More forecast information and updates are available from the National Weather Service. Extreme heat will significantly increase the potential for heat-related illnesses, particularly for those working or participating in outdoor activities. Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room if one is available, stay out of the sun and check up on relatives and neighbors by telephone, video conferencing or if in person, while adhering to social distancing recommendations to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any circumstances. 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 emergencies like heat exhaustion and heatstroke, visit: www.sandiegocounty.gov/hhsa/programs/phs/extreme_heat Several County facilities will be open as Cool Zones. For location information, hours of operation, and tips to beat the heat, visit: www.coolzones.org. Due to the prolonged heat wave and exceptionally high demand for electricity, the California Independent Operator (CAISO) may again order SDG&E and other utilities throughout California to implement rotating power outages over the next few days between the hours of 3pm-10pm. For more information visit www.sdge.com/outage-map and www.flexalert.org

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