City of Long Beach Extends Extreme Heat Alert, Advises Residents to Take Precautions Against Heat
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Long Beach, CA ~ Long Beach City Health Officer Dr. Cliff Okada has extended the city's extreme heat alert through 8 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 8, citing a forecast of continued high temperatures.

The National Weather Service forecast calls for highs in the mid to upper 90s, with humidity making it feel as hot as 100 degrees, according to the city. Heat index readings are also expected to remain at 80 degrees or higher past 9 p.m. Monday and Tuesday, limiting overnight relief.

City officials advise residents to take precautions against heat-related illness. Older adults, people with chronic illnesses, infants and young children face greater risk, though anyone can be affected. The city encourages residents to check on homebound friends, relatives and neighbors.

Community centers operated by the Department of Parks, Recreation and Marine and Long Beach Public Library locations are available as cooling centers. Residents should contact locations in advance to confirm operating hours. The Long Beach Multi-Service Center will also extend its hours from Tuesday, Oct. 6, through Thursday, Oct. 8, operating as a cooling center from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Case management services will be available only until 4 p.m. on those days.

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The city recommends wearing lightweight clothing, limiting outdoor activity during peak heat hours and spending time in air-conditioned spaces or taking cool showers. Residents are also advised to drink fluids regularly and avoid alcohol, caffeine and very sugary drinks. People with chronic conditions or medical advice to limit water intake should consult their health care provider.

Symptoms of heat-related illness include heavy sweating, cold or clammy skin, nausea, dizziness, headache and confusion. The city advises seeking immediate medical help if someone's temperature reaches 103 degrees Fahrenheit or higher, they lose consciousness, have a fast, strong pulse, or symptoms worsen or last longer than an hour.

The city also warned that extreme heat can contribute to power outages and food spoilage. It advises keeping refrigerator and freezer doors closed, discarding perishable food that has been above 40 degrees for two hours or more, and throwing away refrigerated perishables after four hours without power or another cold source.

More information is available at longbeach.gov/extremeheat.

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