LAKE COUNTY, Calif. — With a heatwave impacting much of inland California this week, state and local agencies are prepared to respond and urging Californians to take steps to protect themselves from extreme heat.

Excessive heat watches and warnings went into place on Tuesday.

For Lake County, a heat advisory is in effect from 8 a.m. Wednesday to 8 p.m. Thursday due to anticipated temperatures of between 95 and 103 degrees and temperatures into the 70s at night.

The Lake County Sheriff’s Office of Emergency Services said Lake County’s HeatRisk on Wednesday is high and residents are encouraged to drink plenty of water, wear lightweight clothing, avoid outdoor activities between 10 a.m. adn 4 p.m. and remain in cool places during the day.

Cooling options across Lake County include the Lake County Library and Lake County Behavioral Health Peer Support Centers. OES said details are available at Ready.LakeCountyCA.gov under the "Response" tab.

The National Weather Service said temperatures in the Central Valley may reach up to 105 degrees, with Death Valley National Park likely reaching 118 to 121 degrees.

Given this extreme weather, the state is entering phase 2 of its Extreme Temperature Response Plan, which is triggered by NWS predictions of excessive heat activity and moves the state into action to coordinate an all-hands response by the state government.

As the changing climate is making heat waves more intense and frequent, extreme heat kills more Americans each year than any other extreme weather events, including wildfires, droughts, and floods.

Ahead of Memorial Day Weekend, Gov. Gavin Newsom announced the launch of ready.ca.gov — a new one-stop shop for Californians to prepare for emergencies and extreme weather.

The new website is part of Listos California, which is a state effort that connects communities with in-language resources before, during and after emergencies.

How you can stay safer from extreme heat

Stay cool (During the hottest times of the day):

• Those without air conditioning should check with their city or county for cooling centers or visit public locations such as a library or shopping mall.
• Avoid physical exertion or exercising outdoors.
• Wear lightweight, light colored, loose clothing, hats, sunglasses and sunscreen.

Stay hydrated:

• Drink plenty of fluids, especially water, even when not thirsty; drink sports drinks (in moderation with water) to help replace electrolytes lost during exercise.
• Avoid sugary, alcoholic, and very cold drinks.
• Eat plenty of fruits and vegetables.

Stay connected:

• Monitor those at high risk of heat-related illness including infants and young children; people 65 years of age or older; individuals with chronic illness, disabilities or who are pregnant.
• Californians are also encouraged to check on their neighbors – call or visit vulnerable people, and offer to pick up groceries, medication, and other necessities. Older adults, young children and babies, people with chronic medical conditions and those who are pregnant are most vulnerable.
• Use a buddy system when working in the heat.

Stay informed:

• Check the local news for weather forecasts, extreme heat alerts, and cooling centers.

Stay safe outdoors:

• Warm summer weather is causing continued snow melt from winter’s record snowpack, resulting in colder and faster water that continues today.

Remember to always be safe around the water:
• Make sure you and your loved ones wear properly fitting, U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jackets. Several public and private entities make life jackets available to the public on a loan basis.
• Always supervise children by appointing a designated “water watcher.”
• Know your limits. Swimming in a lake, ocean or river is different from swimming in a pool.
• If someone is in distress, seek help from a lifeguard or call 9-1-1 if one is not available.