Update: Heat advisory in place for Yosemite until Sunday morning

Yosemite is under an updated heat advisory which was distributed by the National Weather Institution on Friday at p m The advisory is in effect until Sunday Jun at a m The NWS Hanford CA reported High temperatures up to degrees expected Moderate to Major menace for heat-related illnesses especially for those sensitive to heat the NWS noted The full list of affected locations includes Yosemite Valley West Side Mountains north of Los Banos Dos Palos Merced Madera Mendota Planada Le Grand Snelling Coalinga Avenal West Side of Fresno and Kings counties Caruthers San Joaquin Selma Fresno-Clovis West Side Mountains South of Buttonwillow Lost Hills I Delano-Wasco-Shafter Hanford Corcoran Lemoore Visalia Porterville Reedley Bakersfield Southeast San Joaquin Valley South End San Joaquin Valley Mariposa Madera Foothills Mariposa-Madera Lower Sierra Fresno-Tulare Foothills Fresno-Tulare Lower Sierra South End Sierra Foothills Kern River Valley Buena Vista County Heat safety A guide to staying safe in high temperatures Stay hydrated Keep yourself well-hydrated by drinking plenty of fluids Find cool shelter Stay in an air-conditioned room Avoid sun exposure Stay out of the sun and make sure to check up on relatives and neighbors Child and pet safety Never leave young children and pets unattended in hot vehicles car interiors can reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes Caution outdoors Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside Time your pursuits wisely Consider rescheduling strenuous programs to early morning or evening if feasible Recognize heat-related issues Learn to identify the warning signs of heat exhaustion and heat stroke Dress comfortably Wear lightweight and loose-fitting clothing to stay cool Additional tips for outdoor workers For outdoor workers the Occupational Safety and Robustness Administration OSHA recommends regular rest breaks in shaded or air-conditioned areas If someone is overwhelmed by the heat swiftly relocate them to a cool shaded location In emergencies call for immediate assistance These NWS heat safety directives are essential for safeguarding your well-being when facing high temperatures Stay well-informed and take the necessary precautions to shield yourself and others from the prospective hazards of extreme heat