08/06/2026
🌡️ EXTREME HEAT SAFETY REMINDER 🌡️
As temperatures climb across Madera County and the Central Valley, we urge everyone to take extra precautions to protect themselves, their families, and their pets.
🚗 NEVER leave children or pets unattended in a vehicle, even for a few minutes. Temperatures inside a parked car can rise to deadly levels very quickly, even with the windows cracked.
💧 Stay hydrated. Drink plenty of water throughout the day and avoid strenuous outdoor activities during peak afternoon heat.
🏊 Water Safety Matters. As families head to pools, rivers, lakes, and canals to cool off:
• Always supervise children around water.
• Wear life jackets when appropriate.
• Never swim alone.
• Avoid swimming in canals, which have strong currents and hidden dangers.
👵 Check on elderly neighbors, family members, and those with medical conditions who may be more vulnerable to heat-related illnesses.
Know the signs of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. If someone is experiencing confusion, loss of consciousness, or a body temperature above 103°F, call 9-1-1 immediately.
❄️ Need Relief from the Heat?
Cooling centers and public facilities are available throughout the county.
Sheriff’s Office Headquarters
2725 Falcon Drive
Madera, CA 93637
559-675-7770
Monday to Friday 8am to 5pm
Madera Ranchos Library
37398 Berkshire Drive
Madera, CA 93636
559-645-1214
Tuesday – 11am to 6pm
Wednesday & Thursday – 11am to 5pm
Friday & Saturday – 11am to 3pm
Sheriff’s Oakhurst Substation
48267 Liberty Drive
Oakhurst, CA 93644
559-658-2555
Monday to Friday 8am to 5pm
****For after-hours and weekend needs, please contact the Madera County Sheriff’s Dispatch Center at
(559)-675-7770****
☀️ A few simple precautions can save lives. Stay cool, stay hydrated, and stay safe.
For more information and resources, please visit:
ReadyMadera.com (link in bio)
Or download the Madera County Sheriff’s Mobile App: MaderaSheriffApp.com
