City of Menlo Park, CA

10/01/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 10/01/2024 13:05

Excessive heat warning and heat advisory

Excessive heat warning and heat advisory

Published on October 01, 2024

National Weather Service has updated the recent heat watch for our area to an Excessive Heat Warning. Theexcessive heat advisorywill be in effect until 11 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 2. Take precautions now to avoid heat illness. Designated cooling centers are open daily.

Extremely hot weather can result in heatstroke, heat exhaustion, heat cramps, sunburn, heat rash and in some instances death. Please take safety measures to stay safe and lend a helping hand to family, friends and neighbors.

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 Mondays Tuesdays Wednesdays Thursdays Fridays
Arrillaga Family Recreation Center
700 Alma St. 		8 a.m. - 8 p.m. 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. 8 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Belle Haven Community Campus
100 Terminal Ave. 		8 a.m. - 8 p.m. 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. 8 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Menlo Park Library
800 Alma St. 		noon. - 8 p.m. noon - 8 p.m. noon - 8 p.m. 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.

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 the City of Menlo Park at 650-330-6600.