California’s rising temperatures can pose serious health risks. Heat Ready CA provides resources to help you stay safe during extreme heat events, including information on heat-related illnesses, cooling centers, heat alerts, and weather forecasts.

Find tips for staying hydrated, keeping cool, and protecting vulnerable groups such as older adults, children, and people with existing health conditions. Learn how to plan outdoor activities during cooler hours, take breaks in shaded or air-conditioned spaces, and check on family, friends, and neighbors during heat waves.

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California is facing a severe water shortage. Water supplies are at historic lows due to dry conditions and challenges with the state’s water storage and delivery system.

The Water Shortage is affecting individuals and communities in Imperial, Riverside and San Bernardino counties, our efforts to conserve water can make a difference. Rethinking the way you use water will help stretch our limited supplies and ensure water is there when we need it.

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When temperatures rise, energy bills often increase too. You can stay comfortable while reducing cooling costs by setting your thermostat to 78°F or higher (if health permits), avoiding cooling empty rooms, maintaining your air conditioner, and using fans efficiently. Consider spending more time in one room and using a ceiling fan or room air conditioner instead of cooling your entire home. Small changes can help lower energy use and keep your home comfortable during hot weather.

Stay warm while keeping energy costs down with a few simple habits. Set your thermostat to 68°F or lower (if health permits), avoid heating an empty home, and keep your furnace well maintained for maximum efficiency. Take advantage of natural sunlight during the day, close window coverings at night to retain heat, and weatherize your home to reduce drafts and prevent heat loss.

Proper refrigerator maintenance can help extend its lifespan and improve energy efficiency. Keep refrigerator coils clean, check that door seals are airtight, and allow hot foods to cool before storing them. Cover liquids and wrap foods tightly to reduce excess moisture, and keep items organized to minimize the amount of time the door stays open. These simple steps can help your refrigerator run more efficiently and use less energy.