Headline:
Extreme Heat Warning issued March 16 at 10:16AM PDT until March 22 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS Las Vegas NV
Event:
Extreme Heat Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
March 16, 2026 - 10:16am
Expires:
March 16, 2026 - 10:30pm
Description:
* WHAT...For the Lake Wind Advisory, north winds 15 to 25 mph with
gusts up to 45 mph. For the Extreme Heat Warning, dangerously hot
conditions with temperatures between 100 and 108 expected.
* WHERE...Lake Mead National Recreation Area, Lake Havasu and Fort
Mohave, and San Bernardino County-Upper Colorado River Valley.
* WHEN...For the Lake Wind Advisory, until 8 PM PDT / MST this
evening. For the Extreme Heat Warning, from Wednesday morning
through Sunday evening.
* IMPACTS...Strong winds and rough waves on area lakes will create
hazardous conditions for small craft. Heat-related illnesses
increase significantly during extreme heat events.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Extreme early-season heat coupled with high
tourism rates will make this heat very dangerous, particularly for
those not acclimated to the heat and/or traveling from cooler
climates. Numerous daily and monthly heat records are in jeopardy
through at least Sunday.
Instruction:
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high-
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.
Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of
the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors.
Do not leave young children and pets in unattended vehicles. Car
interiors will reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes.
Take extra precautions when outside. Wear lightweight and
loose-fitting clothing. Try to limit strenuous activities to early
morning or evening. Take action when you see symptoms of heat
exhaustion and heat stroke.
To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and
Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in
shaded or air-conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat
should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an
emergency! Call 9 1 1.
Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates.
Area Description:
Lake Havasu and Fort Mohave; Lake Mead National Recreation Area; San Bernardino County-Upper Colorado River Valley; Lake Mead National Recreation Area
Forcast Office:
NWS Las Vegas NV
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov