It's gonna be another scorcher today. So much for our traditional June gloom. Whether you think it's human-caused or natural variation, is this a taste of the future?
The weather instruments at LA County Fire Station 62 recorded a maximum temp of 104 yesterday at 1:40pm, and figures to be almost as hot today.
The city of Claremont has designated the Alexander Hughes Community Center a "Cool Zone" today from 8am to 5pm. The city has invited Claremont residents to come cool off and also offers some tips on surviving the heat from the American Red Cross:
· Drink water continuously even if you don't feel thirsty and avoid alcohol and caffeine, which can dehydrate the body.
· Avoid high protein foods, which increases metabolic heat. Eat small meals and eat more often.
· Avoid using salt tablets unless directed to do so by a physician.
· Avoid strenuous activity. If you must do strenuous activity, do so during the coolest part of the day, which is usually in the morning from 4 - 7 a.m.
· Stay indoors when possible.
· Take regular breaks in a cool place.
For additional information about staying cool in the summer visit www.redcross.org. Additional information about the Alexander Hughes Community Center is available by calling (909) 399-5490.
Community Cool Zone
Saturday June 21st - 8am - 5pm
Alexander Hughes Community Center
1700 N. Danbury Rd.
Claremont, CA 91711
(909) 399-5490
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