* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions possible. Afternoon temperatures
109 to 117. Major Heat Risk.

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

* WHEN...From Tuesday morning through Thursday evening.

* IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during
extreme heat events. Overexposure can cause heat cramps and heat
exhaustion to develop and, without intervention, can lead to heat
stroke.

An Extreme Heat Watch means that a period of very hot temperatures,
even by local standards, may 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.

* WHAT...The South Coast AQMD has issued an air quality alert due to
harmful levels of fine particle pollution.
Visit https://www.aqmd.gov/alertinfo to check current and forecasted
air quality levels.

* WHERE...Most of Orange County and the Inland Empire. Levels of
particle pollution can vary by time and location depending on
emissions and local weather conditions.

* WHEN...High particle pollution due to fireworks expected from dusk
Saturday until 3 PM Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Particle pollution can get deep into the lungs and cause
serious health problems such as heart attacks, bronchitis, asthma
attacks, and difficulty breathing. Everyone can be affected, but
sensitive groups such as people with lung or heart disease, older
adults, people who are pregnant, children, and those who spend a lot
of time outdoors are at greater risk.

To protect your health, check air quality levels and act as needed:

* When Air Quality Index (AQI) levels are "Unhealthy for
Sensitive Groups" (orange), sensitive groups as specified
above should limit extended or intense outdoor activity.
* When AQI is "Unhealthy" (red), everyone may experience health
impacts. Sensitive groups should avoid extended time outdoors.
* When AQI is "Very Unhealthy" (purple), sensitive groups should
avoid all outdoor physical activity. Everyone else should
avoid extended or intense outdoor activity.
* When AQI is "Hazardous" (maroon), everyone should avoid all
outdoor physical activity.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...

To help keep indoor air clean when air quality is poor:

* Keep windows and doors closed
* Run your air conditioner and/or an air purifier
* Do not use whole house fans or swamp coolers that bring in
outside air if you have other methods to stay cool
* Avoid other sources of pollution such as fireplaces, candles,
incense, grilling, and gasoline-powered lawn and garden
equipment