Spare The Air Alert Issued In Danville As Triple-Digit Heat Looms

DANVILLE, CA — A Spare the Air Alert has been issued in Danville and across the Bay Area Wednesday as temperatures soar to triple digits, according to the Bay Area Air Quality Management District.

High temperatures, light surface winds, and a delayed afternoon sea breeze are expected to produce elevated concentrations of smog throughout the region, particularly in the East Bay, South Bay, Peninsula, and parts of the North Bay.

Danville and the entire Tri-Valley are expected to see an Air Quality Index of 101, classified as unhealthy for children, older adults, or people with heart or lung disease. Outdoor exercise should only be done in the early morning, when ozone concentrations are lower. Residents are also encouraged to limit their driving, take transit or carpool, refuel vehicles after dusk, and avoid idling their cars.

Temperatures in Danville are expected to reach a high of around 102 Wednesday. Temperatures are expected to cool down slightly Thursday, with a high of 94 predicted, before dropping into the 80s by Friday. Temperatures in Dublin and Pleasanton are expected to reach up to 101 Wednesday.

The heat comes after around 10 days of below-normal temperatures, particularly inland. Coastal temperatures could climb into the low 90s, while some interior and higher-elevation locations could reach triple digits. Overnight temperatures in warmer areas are expected to remain in the mid-60s to mid-70s.

Residents can cool off at the Danville Community Center at 420 Front Street (open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.), the Danville Senior Center at 115 E. Prospect Street (open 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.), and the Danville Library at 400 Front Street (10 a.m. to 8 p.m.)

The National Weather Service urged residents to stay out of direct sunlight when possible, remain hydrated and move strenuous outdoor activities to cooler parts of the day. People working outdoors should take frequent breaks and seek shade or air conditioning.

Pets and children should never be left inside parked vehicles, even with the windows down.

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