Extreme heat warning covers Ventura County through Thursday, inland valleys hit 105
The National Weather Service has issued an Extreme Heat Warning for portions of Ventura County through 8 p.m. Thursday, with daytime temperatures around 90 degrees near the coast and up to 105 inland.
The National Weather Service has issued an Extreme Heat Warning for portions of Ventura County that will last through 8:00 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 8, according to the Ventura County Emergency website.
The forecast. Dangerous heat is expected, with daytime temperatures reaching around 90 degrees near the coast and up to 105 degrees in inland valleys. Warm overnight temperatures will provide limited relief and increase the risk of heat-related illness.
Staying cool. The county advises residents to plan ahead and find places in their community where they can get cool, including shaded parks and air-conditioned facilities such as libraries, movie theaters, and shopping malls.
Cooling locations. Library locations available for cooling and shelter during extreme heat include Ventura County Libraries, Camarillo Library, Moorpark Library, Thousand Oaks Library, Santa Paula's Blanchard Library, and Simi Valley Library.
Alerts and information. For the latest weather details and advisories, visit the National Weather Service. For information on preparing for heat events, visit ReadyVenturaCounty.org. Residents can also sign up for VCAlert, the county's emergency notification system.
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