City of Long Beach Extends Heat Alert

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PRESS RELEASE

Long Beach, CA - Due to excessive temperatures forecasted today, Sept. 3, City Health Officer Dr. Anissa Davis has extended the Aug. 31 issued heat alert through 6 p.m. today. Residents are urged to take precautions to stay safe in the heat. The National Weather Service is forecasting temperatures in the low to high 90s in parts of Long Beach. Additionally, warmer temperatures will continue through the week with highs in the upper 80s to low 90s.

All City Parks, Recreation and Marine Community Centers and Long Beach Public Library locations are available as designated cooling centers during their normal business hours. Please contact Community Centers and Library locations ahead of time to confirm they are open in the case of unexpected closures. Additionally, the Long Beach Multi-Service Center (MSC), which supports people experiencing homelessness and is located at 1301 W. 12th St., has extended its hours today, Sept. 3 and will be open from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Please note that case management will only be offered during standard MSC hours.

People are encouraged to check on friends, family and neighbors who are home-bound to make sure they are not affected by the heat.

Older adults, those with chronic illnesses, infants and young children are at greater risk for heat-related illnesses. However, anyone can suffer heat illness and should take precautions to reduce the risk of heat-related illness and injury.

Stay Cool

• Choose lightweight, loose-fitting clothing.
• Limit activities, when possible, to morning and evening hours.
• Spend peak heat hours (noon to 6 p.m.) in air-conditioning or take a cool shower or bath.

Hydrate

• Drink plenty of fluids. Do not wait until you are thirsty.
• Stay away from alcohol, caffeine and very sugary drinks; they can be dehydrating.
• Replace salt and minerals lost during sweating with sports drinks or salty snacks.
• Make sure pets have plenty of water.
• If you have a chronic health condition, are on water pills or have been advised to limit water by your doctor, check in with your health care provider for guidance.

Protect Against Heat-Related Illness

• Apply sunscreen of SPF 15 or higher 30 minutes before going outside and reapply every two hours.
• Wear a wide-brimmed hat.
• Make sure pets have access to shade and water. Be aware that asphalt can burn pets' paws.
• Wear sunglasses that provide 100% UVA and UVB protection. Chronic exposure to the sun can cause cataracts.
• Never leave a child or pet in a parked car or asleep in direct sunlight.

Signs of Heat-Related Illness

Get medical help right away if a person's temperature rises to 103 or above; if a person loses consciousness; if they experience fast, strong pulse; or symptoms last longer than one hour or worsen. In addition to those listed above, signs of heat-related illness include:

• Heavy sweating
• Cold, pale and clammy skin
• Nausea and vomiting
• Dizziness
• Headache
• Confusion

Swimming pools are a popular way to cool off, but it is important to provide entry-proof barriers around pools and spas and always provide adult supervision while children are near water.

To learn more, visit longbeach.gov/extremeheat. People are also encouraged to follow the Health Department on Facebook, X and Instagram.

Media inquiries may be directed to the Health Department's Public Affairs Office at [email protected].

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