URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE from National Weather Service.

Ventura County Mountains-Los Angeles County Mountains- Castaic Lake, Newhall,
Santa Clarita, Valencia, Oak View, Ojai, Fillmore, Piru, Santa Paula, Moorpark, Newbury Park, Simi Valley and Thousand Oaks.

...EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM WEDNESDAY MORNING TO 8 PM PDT MONDAY...

* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions, with high temperatures of
95 to 112 through Saturday, and 100 to 115 Sunday and Monday.
Abnormally warm overnight temperatures.

* WHERE...Portions of southwest California.

* WHEN...From 11 AM this Wednesday, August, 31st to 8 PM PDT Monday, September 5th.

* IMPACTS...Extreme heat will significantly increase the potential for heat related illnesses, particularly for those working or participating in outdoor activities.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Moderate confidence that a cooling trend will start by Tuesday after Labor Day.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any circumstances.

Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when possible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1.