MENDOCINO CO., 8/01/2017 — An excessive heat warning is in effect for parts of interior Mendocino through Wednesday, and the county has set up cooling stations to make sure you stay safe. Temperatures are expected to be over 100 degrees in many areas, and you should keep an eye out for signs of heat exhaustion and make sure kids and pets stay cool and hydrated. And remember, ground surfaces and car interiors can get significantly hotter than the air temperatures!
Here’s the county’s cooling station press release, you can find locations to cool off and enjoy the shade:
Summer Temperatures Return for 2017
Cooling Stations Open to the Public
The National Weather Service has issued an Excessive Heat Warning for inland Mendocino County for Monday, July 31, 2017, through Wednesday August 2, 2017. Temperatures on these days are expected to reach 100 to 110 degrees. High daytime temperatures are expected to persist into the middle of the week.
High temperatures increase the risk of dehydration and other heat related illnesses. Please be especially mindful of those who have limited mobility or are susceptible to the heat, including children and older adults. It is suggested that individuals attempt to reduce exertion, stay in a cool place when possible and drink plenty of water to stay hydrated.
The Following Locations Will Provide Cooling Stations for the Community:
Round Valley Volunteer Fire Protection District
75900 CA-162, Round Valley
Cooling/Hydration Station
Round Valley Senior Center
77826 Covelo Road
Cooling/Hydration Station
Round Valley Public Library
23925 Howard Street
Cooling/Hydration Station
Tuesday – Saturday
10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Ukiah Valley Conference Center
200 S. School Street
Cooling/Hydration Station
Monday – Friday
8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Ukiah Senior Center
499 Leslie Street, Ukiah
Main Hall – Cooling Station
Monday – Friday
8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Ukiah Public Library
105 N. Main Street, Ukiah
Cooling/Hydration Station
Tuesday – Thursday: 10:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Friday– Saturday: 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Sunday: 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Willits City Hall
111 E. Commercial Street, Willits
Community Center – Cooling/Hydration Station
Monday – Thursday
9:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Willits Public Library
399 E. Commercial, Willits
Tuesday – Thursday: 10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Thursday –Friday: 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Saturday: 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
