Extreme Heat Warning for Indian Wells Valley and Mojave Desert
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An Extreme Heat Warning is in effect from 5 AM Monday to 11 PM PDT Wednesday for Indian Wells Valley, Mojave Desert Slopes, and Mojave Desert, with highs up to 108 degrees.
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- Record type
- Extreme Heat Warning
- Affected area
- Indian Wells Valley and Mojave Desert, California
- Issued
- August 23, 2026
- Issuing authority
- NWS Hanford CA
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Alert Details
Extreme Heat Warning issued by NWS Hanford CA on August 23 at 4:36 PM PDT. The alert is effective from August 23 at 4:36 PM PDT, with onset at 5 AM PDT Monday and ending August 26 at 11 PM PDT.
Affected Areas
Indian Wells Valley, Mojave Desert Slopes, and Mojave Desert (CAZ337, CAZ338, CAZ339).
What You Should Do
Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Take extra precautions when outside. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing. Try to limit strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Take action when you see symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Stay cool, stay hydrated, stay informed.
Expected Conditions
Dangerously hot conditions with high temperatures up to 108 expected. Morning low temperatures between 75 and 80 degrees will provide little relief at night. Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events.
Timeline
From 5 AM PDT Monday through 11 PM PDT Wednesday.
Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗
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