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Extreme Heat Warning Issued for Inland Empire: Act Now

An Extreme Heat Warning is in effect for San Bernardino and Riverside County Valleys-The Inland Empire until October 8, 8:00 PM PDT, with dangerously hot temperatures expected. Residents should stay hydrated, seek air-conditioning, and never leave children or pets in cars.

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10/06/2026 · Riverside edition

An Extreme Heat Warning has been issued for San Bernardino and Riverside County Valleys-The Inland Empire, effective immediately. Residents are advised to take immediate precautions to prevent heat-related illnesses.

The National Weather Service (NWS) San Diego CA issued this warning today, October 6, at 3:38 PM PDT. The warning is in effect until Thursday, October 8, at 8:00 PM PDT. Dangerously hot conditions are expected, with high temperatures ranging from the upper 90s to 105 degrees Fahrenheit. Nighttime lows will remain very warm, in the upper 60s to low 70s.

During this period, the NWS states that heat-related illnesses are expected to increase significantly. To mitigate these risks, residents are instructed to drink plenty of fluids, stay in air-conditioned rooms, and stay out of the sun. It is also crucial to check on relatives and neighbors.

Crucially, never leave young children or pets in unattended vehicles. Car interiors can reach lethal temperatures within minutes. This warning expires on October 8, 2026, at 8:00 PM PDT.

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