With temperatures during the past week soaring well into the 90s and just touching the triple digit mark, officials noted that it’s a perfect time to get ready for the coming hot weather months. San Joaquin County Public Health Officer, Dr. Alvaro Garza, urges everyone to prepare for upcoming sunny, hot, triple-digit weather before it arrives by taking these precautionary steps: · Listen to local weather forecasts and stay aware of upcoming temperature changes. · Discuss heat safety precautions with members of your household. Have an emergency and communications plan for wherever you spend time – home, work and school (refer to BePreparedCalifornia website at www.bepreparedcalifornia.ca.gov/Pages/Home.aspx.) · Plan ways to look after those who are more vulnerable (e.g. the elderly, young, those living alone or have medical conditions) in your family and neighborhood.