Bakersfield, Calif. – Dangerous heat is set to grip the Kern County Slopes and Desert through early Tuesday, with highs pushing past 110 degrees and little relief overnight. The National Weather Service warns the combination of intense daytime heat and warm nighttime lows poses a serious health risk, especially for those without adequate cooling.
According to the National Weather Service in Hanford, the warning is in effect from 2 p.m. Sunday through 5 a.m. Tuesday. The affected area includes communities such as Tehachapi, Mojave, California City, Rosamond, and Edwards Air Force Base. Forecasters note that overnight lows have failed to cool as much in recent days, increasing the danger of heat-related illness.
Residents are urged to limit outdoor activity, stay hydrated, and check on vulnerable neighbors, particularly the elderly and young children. Pets should not be left outdoors or in vehicles. Air conditioning, cooling centers, and shaded spaces are critical during this heat episode…