Update: Heat advisory affecting Yosemite until Tuesday night
Briefly

A heat advisory issued by the National Weather Service includes Yosemite, effective until July 15, predicting high temperatures up to 105 degrees. The advisory extends to numerous areas, indicating potential health risks such as heat illness. Prevention measures are critical and include drinking plenty of fluids, seeking air-conditioned shelters, avoiding sun exposure, and protecting vulnerable individuals. Guidelines for outdoor workers emphasize scheduling strenuous tasks for cooler times, taking frequent breaks, and wearing lightweight clothing. Awareness of heat-related issues and symptoms is essential.
Yosemite is under a heat advisory from the National Weather Service, with temperatures expected to reach up to 105 degrees, affecting various locations including Yosemite Valley and Fresno.
High temperatures pose health risks, leading to potential heat illnesses. Those affected should stay hydrated, avoid direct sun exposure, and protect vulnerable individuals.
Safety guidelines include seeking shelter in air-conditioned spaces, staying indoors during peak heat, safeguarding children and pets from heat, and recognizing symptoms of heat exhaustion.
Outdoor workers are advised to take frequent breaks, reschedule strenuous actions to cooler times, and wear lightweight clothing to mitigate heat stress.
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