San Diego’s deserts will see very high temperatures this week, so much so that a heat advisory has been issued by the National Weather Service (NWS).
The heat advisory goes into effect Tuesday at noon and runs through 7 p.m. Sunday for the area of San Gorgonio pass near Banning. The desert region will see high temperatures of 108 to 115 degrees over the week, but a cooling trend should begin by next week.
NBC 7 meteorologist Jodi Kodesh said the deserts will see “stale air” Tuesday and at least 110-degree temps during this “prolonged period of intense heat.”
Due to the hot conditions, NWS said people should limit or avoid strenuous outdoor activity. If you have to be outside, drink plenty of water and wear light, loose-fitting clothing. Try to limit your outdoor activities to earlier in the day, too, before the heat sets in.
Residents should check for designated "Cool Zones" in their area as well and try to take advantage of air-conditioning whenever possible. Parents should never leave children in hot cars – not even for a minute.
If you’re overcome by the heat, move to a cool and shaded location right away and call 911 if it evolves into heat stroke, the NWS said.
Kodesh said there will be relief from the desert heat at the coast and local beaches Tuesday. Clouds and mild temperatures in the 70s are expected there, a stark contrast to the heat wave happening inland. To get updated weather information, click here.
