LA Faces Record-Breaking Heat Just One Week After Major Winter Weather.
Following a week of torrential rains that resulted in floodwaters across parts of the city, the City of Angels is now confronting unusually warm temperatures for this time of year.
Record-Setting Readings
By Friday afternoon, the mercury soared to ninety-one degrees Fahrenheit in downtown Los Angeles, according to meteorologists. This easily surpasses the old record for this date, which was 31 degrees Celsius (88 Fahrenheit) and was established just last year.
"Exceptionally warm weather" were highlighted on forecast graphics for the region.
Public Health Warnings
The weather service stated that Friday's heat posed an "increased danger for heat illness" for those at risk. Their guidance featured:
- Staying hydrated.
- Limiting outdoor activities during the afternoon hours of the day.
- Ensuring you do not leave anyone unattended in a car.
A Dramatic Shift
This sharp rise in mercury arrives just after a powerful winter storm that struck the state recently. That system delivered high winds, thunderstorms, and significant snowfall to higher elevations, leading to evacuation orders for many residents.
Unfortunately, the storm also triggered a large avalanche in the Tahoe area, which resulted in nine fatalities.
Temperatures Easing
The outlook suggests some relief is coming. The heat were predicted to fall to around 61°F (16°C) in central Los Angeles by Friday night.
Other locales that reached the 90-degree mark featured Long Beach, Burbank, and Woodland Hills. Additionally, Santa Maria, Oxnard, Camarillo, and Westwood were projected to reach the high 80s.
For the weekend, central Los Angeles can expect weather in the eighties, with a further cooldown on tap for the week ahead.
