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Excessive Heat Warning issued June 11 at 10:23AM PDT until June 12 at 9:00PM PDT by NWS Las Vegas NV* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions. High temperatures around 118 atFurnace Creek in Death Valley National Park, 107 to 112 in LasVegas, Pahrump, Wikieup, and Yucca, and 108 to 113 in Mesquite,Overton, Laughlin, and Bullhead City.* WHERE...Lake Mead National Recreation Area, Northwest Deserts,Death Valley National Park, Northeast Clark County, Western Clarkand Southern Nye County, and Las Vegas Valley.* WHEN...Until 9 PM PDT /9 PM MST/ Wednesday.* IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly duringextreme heat events.* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...There will be little overnight relief fromthe heat, especially in Las Vegas, Laughlin, Bullhead City, andthe lower elevations of Death Valley National Park.Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out ofthe sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors.Do not leave young children and pets in unattended vehicles. Carinteriors will reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes.Take extra precautions when outside. Wear lightweight and loosefitting clothing. Try to limit strenuous activities to early morningor evening. Take action when you see symptoms of heat exhaustion andheat stroke.To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety andHealth Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks inshaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heatshould be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is anemergency! Call 9 1 1.Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates.

National Weather Service