An excessive heat watch has been issued for Carson City for the weekend, according to the National Weather Service.
“Dangerously hot conditions with high temperatures into the triple digits for lower valleys and record high temperatures possible,” said the statement issued at weather.gov. “Extreme heat will significantly increase the potential for heat related illnesses, particularly for those working or participating in outdoor activities.”
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Forecast highs for Carson City approach or exceed 100 degrees four consecutive days, Friday through Monday. The watch will be in effect from Saturday morning through Monday evening, according to the NWS.
“Temperatures will efficiently cool overnight, but with the days as warm as they will be, overnight lows will still be near record warm levels in many locations,” the statement said.
The weather service suggest area residents prepare leading up to the weekend.
“Be prepared to 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. This is especially true during warm or hot weather when car interiors can reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes.”
THE FORECAST
TUESDAY: Sunny, with a high near 90. Light and variable wind becoming west 10 to 15 mph in the afternoon.
TUESDAY NIGHT: Clear, with a low around 54. West wind 5 to 15 mph becoming south after midnight. Winds could gust as high as 25 mph.
WEDNESDAY Sunny, with a high near 89. Light southwest wind becoming west 10 to 15 mph in the morning.
WEDNESDAY NIGHT: Clear, with a low around 53. West wind 10 to 15 mph decreasing to 5 to 10 mph after midnight. Winds could gust as high as 25 mph.
THURSDAY: Sunny, with a high near 92. Light west wind increasing to 5 to 10 mph in the afternoon.
THURSDAY NIGHT: Clear, with a low around 58. West wind 10 to 15 mph decreasing to 5 to 10 mph after midnight.
FRIDAY: Sunny, with a high near 99.
FRIDAY NIGHT: Clear, with a low around 64.
SATURDAY: Sunny and hot, with a high near 103.
SATURDAY NIGHT: Mostly clear, with a low around 67.
SUINDAY: Sunny and hot, with a high near 102.
SUNDAY NIGHT: Mostly clear, with a low around 68.
MONDAY: Sunny, with a high near 99.