LA Battles Historic High Temperatures Just One Week Following Major Winter Storm.
In the wake of significant rainfall that led to inundation across sections of the city, Los Angeles is now grappling with abnormally hot weather for this time of year.
Record-Setting Readings
By Friday afternoon, the mercury soared to 91°F (33°C) in central LA, according to weather officials. This breaks the old record for this date, which was eighty-eight degrees Fahrenheit and was established just last year.
"Exceptionally warm weather" were labeled on official charts for the region.
Public Health Advisories
Forecasters cautioned that Friday's weather posed an "increased danger for heat illness" for vulnerable populations. Their guidance suggested:
- Staying hydrated.
- Avoiding outdoor activities during the peak heat of the day.
- Not leaving children or pets unattended in a parked vehicle.
A Dramatic Weather Swing
This dramatic increase in temperature arrives just after a powerful storm system that pummeled the region recently. That event unleashed heavy snow, strong winds, and thunderstorms to higher elevations, causing evacuation orders for countless residents.
Tragically, the conditions also triggered a deadly avalanche in the Tahoe area, which left nine people dead from.
Temperatures Easing
The outlook suggests some relief is expected. The heat were forecast to drop to around 61°F (16°C) in downtown LA by late Friday.
Several cities that hit 90°F included Long Beach, Burbank, and Woodland Hills. Meanwhile, Santa Maria, Oxnard, Camarillo, and Westwood were expected to experience the upper eighties.
In the coming days, downtown Los Angeles can expect weather in the 80s, with cooler weather expected for the week ahead.
