Heat Advisory In Effect For Carlsbad Amid Another San Diego Heat Wave

CARLSBAD, CA — A heat advisory remains in effect in Carlsbad.

The advisory is in effect until 8 p.m. Wednesday for the coastal areas and valleys of San Diego County. Temperatures are expected up to 90 degrees in the coastal areas and up to 102 degrees in the valleys, according to the National Weather Service.

Elsewhere in the county, an excessive heat warning is in effect until 11 p.m. Tuesday for the county deserts. Temperatures up to 108 degrees are expected in the desert areas, according to the NWS.

Hot weather can increase the potential for heat-related illnesses, particularly for people working or participating in outdoor activities.

Forecasters advised people to drink plenty of fluids, stay in air-conditioned rooms, stay out of the sun, and check on relatives and neighbors. Weather officials also reminded residents that young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles.

"Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke," the NWS advised. "Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 911."