Tips for cooling down during the heatwave
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LOS ANGELES – A brutal and dangerous heat wave lingering across Southern California throughout the week will bring triple-digit temperatures across several areas of the region from Orange County to Ventura County.
The National Weather Service (NWS) predicted the heat wave would peak midweek, and those who flocked to the beaches to cool off didn’t get much of it, with afternoon temperatures at or near 32 degrees along the coast. Santa Monica is forecast to have a high of 32 degrees on Friday, and 31 degrees are expected in Laguna Beach.
Weather forecast for Thursday, September 5
The latest forecast for the greater Los Angeles area, including beaches, valleys and desert regions.
“The hottest days with this event will be Friday and Saturday in most areas, and of those two days, Friday has the narrow edge to be the peak day,” the NWS said. “Nighttime low temperatures will also rise, especially in the foothills and lower mountain areas, where some areas may stay above 30 degrees for most of the night. The coast and valleys will not be quite as hot at night, but even there, some warmer valley areas will stay above 27 degrees well into the night.”
A vendor pulls a cart filled with umbrellas and other merchandise as people gather on Santa Monica Beach during a heat wave. (Photo by Mario Tama/Getty Images)
While parts of California, such as the Inland Empire, valleys and foothills, typically see temperatures above 100 degrees Fahrenheit, other parts of the South are forecast to see temperatures above 86 degrees Fahrenheit over the weekend.
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Weather forecast for Thursday, September 5
The latest forecast for the greater Los Angeles area, including beaches, valleys and desert regions.
Some of the highs forecast for Friday and Saturday in Southern California are as follows:
- Anaheim: Friday 103°, Saturday 100°
- Beaumont: 106° Friday, 103° Saturday
- Burbank: 107° Friday, 101° Saturday
- Corona: 110° Friday, 107° Saturday
- Downtown LA: Friday 103°, Saturday 100°
- Fontana: 109° Friday, 106° Saturday
- Garden Grove: Friday 101°, Saturday 98°
- Hollywood: Friday 100°, Saturday 97°
- Lancaster: 106° Friday, 107° Saturday
- Long Beach: 96° Friday, 93° Saturday
- Ontario: 109° Friday, 105° Saturday
- Pasadena: 107° Friday, 102° Saturday
- Santa Clarita: 111° Friday, 108° Saturday
- Simi Valley: 107° Friday, 102° Saturday
- Woodland Hills: 117° Friday, 112° Saturday
The hot, dry weather will also increase the risk of fires in the mountains, valleys and deserts throughout the week.
Residents are urged to never leave children or pets in unattended vehicles as temperatures can become fatal in minutes.
Weather warnings
Air quality alarm
With the heat comes hazy weather in many parts of Southern California. An air quality advisory went into effect Tuesday and will remain in effect in the Inland Empire until 8 p.m. Saturday.
During this time, the NWS warns of an increased risk of heat-related illnesses.
Warning of excessive heat
A heat advisory has been issued for several parts of Southern California. During a heat advisory, the NWS advises residents to stay hydrated and avoid the sun if possible.
Beaches in LA County
From 11:00 a.m. Thursday through Monday, September 9, a heat warning is in effect for beaches in LA, along the Malibu coast, and in the Palos Verdes Hills.
Inland Empire
A weather warning for extreme temperatures remains in effect in the Inland Empire until 8 p.m. Saturday.
Los Angeles and Ventura counties
An extreme heat warning is in effect in several communities in LA and Ventura counties through Monday.
This includes the San Fernando, Antelope and San Gabriel valleys, the Highway 14 and 5 freeway corridors and communities along the Crest Highway. The weather warning covers areas such as Lake Castaic, Valencia, Culver City, Westlake Village, Piru, Thousand Oaks, Wrightwood, Palmdale, Hollywood, Moorpark, Pyramid Lake, Norwalk and Beverly Hills.
Heat warning
The NWS has issued a heat advisory for coastal communities in Orange County, including Costa Mesa, Laguna Beach and Huntington Beach. Afternoon temperatures are expected to be between 82 and 86 degrees Fahrenheit in higher coastal areas.
How long will the heat wave last?
A cooling trend is expected from Sunday onwards.
City News Service contributed to this report.
