CityofGoleta
Hot and Windy Conditions Expected Countywide Wednesday – Friday (Sep. 4 – 6)
The National Weather Service (NWS) has forecast gusty winds and warming temperatures throughout Santa Barbara County Wednesday-Friday (9/4-9/6). During this time strong winds in excess of 45 mph across the county are possible. The forecast also includes a widespread increase in temperatures for both interior mountain and coastal areas. Hot and windy conditions greatly increase the risk for dangerous wildfires.
Detailed weather forecasts are available at https://www.weather.gov/
Damaging winds could blow down large objects such as trees and outdoor furniture. Unplanned power outages are possible when it’s windy outside. Take caution when outdoors and when driving during gusty conditions. Avoid hazardous activities that may cause sparks or start a wildfire.
Community Cooling Relief
Stay cool at the Goleta Valley and Solvang Libraries. Other community-based cooling options include: malls, movie theaters, parks, and beaches. For countywide cooling locations click here.
Goleta Valley Library
500 N. Fairview Avenue
805-964-7878
Hours of Operation:
- Tuesday-Thursday 10am-7pm
- Friday & Saturday 10am-5:30pm
- Sunday 1pm-5pm
Solvang Library
1745 Mission Drive
805-688-4214
Hours of Operation:
- Tuesday & Friday 10am-5pm
- Wednesday & Thursday 10am-7pm
- Saturday 10am-4pm
Here are some precautions and tips to stay cool when it’s hot outside:
- Drink plenty of cool, non-alcoholic beverages, especially those without sugar or caffeine. Do not wait until you are thirsty to drink. If you have fluid restrictions from your doctor, ask to see how much you should drink while the weather is hot.
- Take care of those who might not be aware of high temperature dangers or be able to react accordingly – especially the elderly, young children, and pets. Check on your neighbors.
- Limit outdoor activity. Try to schedule outdoor activities during the cooler parts of the day, like morning and evening hours. Be sure to wear sunscreen and rest often.
- For those who work outside, be sure to take frequent rest breaks in a shaded area or air-conditioned room, if possible. Stay hydrated and take action by moving to a cooler space if you feel signs of heat exhaustion.
- Take regular breaks in the shade or in an air-conditioned room. A few hours in air conditioning can help your body stay cooler. Taking a cool shower or bath can help too.
- If you do not have air‐conditioning, consider arranging to spend at least parts of the day at another space that is cool. Electric fans may provide comfort, but when the temperature is in the high 90s, they will not prevent heat-related illness.
- Wear appropriate clothing. Lightweight, light-colored, loose fitting clothing works best.
- Know the signs of heat exhaustion. If someone becomes dizzy, nauseated, or sweats heavily, find a cooler location for him or her immediately.
- Know the signs of heat stroke. Heat stroke is much more serious than heat exhaustion. The symptoms are similar to heat exhaustion, but also include hot, flushed skin. With heat stroke, the person often stops sweating and the skin will be unusually dry. If heat stroke is a possibility, call 911 immediately. Heat stroke is life threatening!
- Do not leave children (and pets) unattended in vehicles. It only takes a matter of minutes on a relatively mild day for a vehicle to reach deadly temperatures.
For the latest information on expected conditions go to readysbc.org.
