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Updated:March 17, 2026 2:01 pm PDT

Extreme Heat Warning EXTREME HEAT WARNING  
Riverside County

  Effective: Tue, 3/17 10:31am Severity:  Severe 
  Updated: March 17, 2026 2:01 pm Urgency: Expected
  Expires: Wed, 3/18 3:00am Certainty: Likely

Areas Affected: Parker Valley - Joshua Tree NP East - Imperial County Southwest - Salton Sea - Chuckwalla Mountains - Imperial County Southeast - Imperial County West - Imperial Valley - Chiriaco Summit - Palo Verde Valley - Chuckwalla Valley
 
Alert Details:
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions. Afternoon temperatures 100 to
109 expected. Overexposure can cause heat cramps and heat
exhaustion to develop and, without intervention, can lead to heat
stroke.

* WHERE...Portions of southwest Arizona and southeast and southern
California.

* WHEN...From 11 AM MST /11 AM PDT/ Wednesday to 8 PM MST /8 PM PDT/
Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during
extreme heat events.

Information:
An Extreme Heat Warning means that a period of very hot
temperatures, even by local standards, will occur. Actions should be
taken to lessen the impact of the extreme heat.

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
and drink plenty of water.

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.

Public cooling shelters are available in some areas. Consult county
officials for more details.
Extreme Heat Warning EXTREME HEAT WARNING  
Riverside County

  Effective: Tue, 3/17 12:28pm Severity:  Severe 
  Updated: March 17, 2026 2:01 pm Urgency: Expected
  Expires: Tue, 3/17 10:15pm Certainty: Likely

Areas Affected: San Gorgonio Pass Near Banning
 
Alert Details:
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with high temperatures of 98 to
108 expected.

* WHERE...San Gorgonio Pass near Banning.

* WHEN...From 10 AM Wednesday to 8 PM PDT Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during
extreme heat events.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Overnight low temperatures will fall to the
low to mid-70s will reduce overnight relief from the heat.

Information:
Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of
the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors.

Do not leave young children and pets in unattended vehicles. Car
interiors will reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes.

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.

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.
Extreme Heat Warning EXTREME HEAT WARNING  
Riverside County

  Effective: Tue, 3/17 12:28pm Severity:  Severe 
  Updated: March 17, 2026 2:01 pm Urgency: Expected
  Expires: Tue, 3/17 10:15pm Certainty: Likely

Areas Affected: Coachella Valley
 
Alert Details:
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with high temperatures of 105 to
110 expected.

* WHERE...Coachella Valley.

* WHEN...From 10 AM Wednesday to 8 PM PDT Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during
extreme heat events.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Overnight low temperatures will fall to the
low to mid-70s reducing overnight relief from the heat.

Information:
Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of
the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors.

Do not leave young children and pets in unattended vehicles. Car
interiors will reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes.

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.

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.
Heat Advisory HEAT ADVISORY  
Riverside County

  Effective: Tue, 3/17 12:28pm Severity:  Moderate 
  Updated: March 17, 2026 2:01 pm Urgency: Expected
  Expires: Tue, 3/17 10:15pm Certainty: Likely

Areas Affected: Santa Ana Mountains and Foothills
 
Alert Details:
* WHAT...High temperatures in the 90s.

* WHERE...Santa Ana Mountains and Foothills.

* WHEN...Until 8 PM PDT Friday.

* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses.

Information:
Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of
the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors.

Do not leave young children and pets in unattended vehicles. Car
interiors will reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes.

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.
Heat Advisory HEAT ADVISORY  
Riverside County

  Effective: Tue, 3/17 12:28pm Severity:  Moderate 
  Updated: March 17, 2026 2:01 pm Urgency: Expected
  Expires: Tue, 3/17 10:15pm Certainty: Likely

Areas Affected: San Bernardino and Riverside County Valleys-The Inland Empire
 
Alert Details:
* WHAT...High temperatures in the upper 90s to 102 degrees.

* WHERE...San Bernardino and Riverside County Valleys-The Inland
Empire.

* WHEN...Until 8 PM PDT Friday.

* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses.

Information:
Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of
the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors.

Do not leave young children and pets in unattended vehicles. Car
interiors will reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes.

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.
Heat Advisory HEAT ADVISORY  
Riverside County

  Effective: Tue, 3/17 12:28pm Severity:  Moderate 
  Updated: March 17, 2026 2:01 pm Urgency: Expected
  Expires: Tue, 3/17 10:15pm Certainty: Likely

Areas Affected: Riverside County Mountains
 
Alert Details:
* WHAT...High temperatures in the 80s to mid 90s below 6500 feet
expected.

* WHERE...Riverside County Mountains.

* WHEN...From 10 AM Wednesday to 8 PM PDT Friday.

* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses.

Information:
Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of
the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors.

Do not leave young children and pets in unattended vehicles. Car
interiors will reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes.

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.