Triple-digit heat possible in Salt Lake City this week, ‘Cool Zones’ open
For the first time this season, temperatures could climb into the triple digits in Salt Lake City this week as a heat wave continues to grip the American West. Temperatures in Salt Lake City are expected to reach triple digits this week, marking the first time this season that could occur in the American Southwest. The mercury could reach 100 degrees on Wednesday, surpassing the record set in 2022. To combat the heat, Salt Lake County has established ‘Cool Zones’ in public facilities. An excessive heat watch has been issued for areas around Lake Powell, expected to rise as high as 106 degrees. Excessive heat warnings and advisories are also in effect in Arizona, Nevada and California. Extreme heat can be deadly, with heat stroke being the most serious heat-related illness.
Опубликовано : 11 месяцев назад от Jonathon Sharp в Weather
SALT LAKE CITY (ABC4) — For the first time this season, temperatures could climb into the triple digits in Salt Lake City this week as another heat wave is expected to hit the American Southwest.
The mercury could top out at 100 degrees on Wednesday in the capital city, according to ABC4 meteorologist Nate Larsen. The daytime temperature record for the day is 102 degrees, set in 2022.
“Usually, we’re right around 82-83 degrees for daytime highs along the Wasatch Front this time of year, so this would be 15+ degrees above average,” Larsen said.
While Monday brought a slight cooldown, temperatures along the Wasatch Front have pushed into the 90s for the last several days, bringing an early taste of the dog days of summer.
To help residents beat the heat, cooling centers are available. Salt Lake County created a map of “Cool Zones,” or designated areas in public facilities where people can cool off. These include city libraries, such as the Salt Lake City Main Library, and senior centers.
Extreme heat can be deadly. According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, extreme heat kills more Americans each year than any other weather-related event.
Heat stroke is the most serious heat-related illness, per the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Symptoms include confusion, slurred speech and profuse sweating.
To avoid heat-related illness, don’t exercise or work outside during the hottest hours, drink plenty of water, and cool off in air-conditioned areas, whether at home or in a public place.
While northern Utah might see its first 100-degree day this week, that’s already the reality in southern Utah.
An excessive heat watch was issued for Wednesday and Thursday for areas around Lake Powell. Temperatures there are expected to climb as high as 106 degrees, and overnight lows are only expected to reach the mid-70s.
Excessive heat warnings and advisories are currently in effect in Arizona, Nevada and California.