Headline:
Extreme Heat Watch issued March 16 at 1:28AM PDT until March 20 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS Las Vegas NV
Event:
Extreme Heat Watch
Urgency:
Future
Effective:
March 16, 2026 - 1:28am
Expires:
March 16, 2026 - 3:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...For the Lake Wind Advisory, north winds 15 to 25 mph with
gusts up to 45 mph. For the Extreme Heat Watch, dangerously hot
conditions with temperatures up to 106 possible.
* 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 /8 PM MST/ this
evening. For the Extreme Heat Watch, from Wednesday morning
through Friday 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.
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.
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