Active AlertsLas Cruces, NM

What: Temperatures up to 106 expected.
Where: In New Mexico, Northern Dona Ana County, Southern Dona Ana County/Mesilla Valley, and Southwest Desert/Mimbres Basin. In Texas, Eastern/Central El Paso County, Rio Grande Valley of Eastern El Paso/Western Hudspeth Counties, Rio Grande Valley of Eastern Hudspeth County, and Western El Paso County.
When: From noon to 9 PM MDT Monday.
Impacts: Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses, especially during extended periods of time outdoors.

Take extra precautions when outside. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing. Try to limit strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Take action when you see symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location.