City of Menlo Park, CA

07/01/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 07/01/2024 12:00

Excessive heat warning & heat advisory

Excessive heat warning & heat advisory

Published on July 01, 2024

A heat advisory will be in effect from 11 a.m. Tuesday, July 2 until 8 p.m. Saturday, July 6. Take precautions now to avoid heat illness. Designated cooling centers are open daily.

Excessive heat generally results in the highest death rate among weather-related hazards. In most of the United States, excessive heat is defined as an extended period (2-3 days) of intense heat with temperatures above 90 degrees. In extremely hot conditions, evaporation slows down and the body has to work harder to maintain a normal temperature. This can lead to death for pushing the human body beyond its limits. Remember that:

  • Extreme heat can strike quickly and without warning.
  • Older adults, children and people who are sick or overweight are at greatest risk from extreme heat.

Take precautions to avoid heat illness

  • Go to an air-conditioned room.
  • Avoid strenuous activities.
  • Wear light clothing.
  • Check on relatives, neighbors and loved ones.
  • Drink plenty of water.
  • Never leave children or pets alone in closed vehicles.
  • Learn more by visiting our excessive heat resource page

Cooling centers

Menlo Park has air-conditioned facilities where you can escape the heat. This always includes both libraries and recreation center facilities during regular operating hours and during designated cooling center hours:

Location Tuesday 7/2 Wednesday 7/3 Thursday 7/4 Friday 7/5 Saturday 7/6
Arrillaga Family Recreation Center
700 Alma St. 		8 a.m. - 8 p.m. 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. 12 p.m. - 6 p.m.* 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.*
Belle Haven Community Campus
100 Terminal Ave. 		8 a.m. - 8 p.m. 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. 12 p.m. - 6 p.m.* 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Menlo Park Library
800 Alma St. 		noon - 8 p.m. noon. - 8 p.m. Closed 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.

*The three time slots highlighted in red represent an extension of our typical hours.

Get the latest information

Check out the National Weather Service's San Francisco Bay Area / Monterey, CA local forecast office for the latest weather alerts.

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Contact: Emergency Preparedness Coordinator, Brandon Bond at [email protected].