October Heat Advisory

Temperatures in the Berkeley flats are expected to reach the high 80s and low 90s. Temperatures in the Berkeley hills are expected to be in the mid to upper 90s. Tuesday and Wednesday will be the hottest days.

The National Weather Service characterizes the heat risk to the Berkeley community as moderate to major.

The National Weather Service is not forecasting Red Flag weather (for elevated fire risk). PG&E is considering Public Safety Power Shutoffs (PSPS) in other parts of Alameda County. However, PG&E does not anticipate any PSPS in Berkeley at this time. 

1. Prepare to stay cool in your home: Gather supplies to stay cool, like fans and ice. Watch this video about how to keep your house cool in the summer without air conditioning.
2. Keep your body cool: Remember, in hot temperatures, sweating is your body's way of cooling down. But this means you're losing water, so staying well-hydrated is crucial. Prepare plenty of ice and cold water to drink.
3. Plan where to go if your home gets too hot: City libraries and senior centers will be open during normal operating hours (closed Thursday, July 4) if you need a safe, cool place to escape the heat. These sites have air conditioning:
4. Buddy up with your friends, family, and neighbors: Make a plan to check on the vulnerable people in your network at least twice daily through Saturday. Elders, children, people with certain medical conditions, and people who live alone can be very vulnerable to heat.

Cooling Shelters