LA Faces Record-Breaking Heat Only One Week After Major Winter Storm.
In the wake of significant rainfall that caused flooding across sections of the city, the City of Angels is now confronting abnormally high temperatures for this time of year.
All-Time High Temperatures
During the day Friday, the thermometer climbed to ninety-one degrees Fahrenheit in the city center, as reported by meteorologists. This breaks the prior high for this date, which was eighty-eight degrees Fahrenheit and was set in the previous year.
"Exceptionally warm weather" were labeled on official maps for the region.
Public Health Warnings
Forecasters issued a warning that Friday's heat posed an "elevated risk for heat illness" for those at risk. Their advice suggested:
- Staying hydrated.
- Avoiding outdoor activities during the peak heat of the day.
- Ensuring you do not leave anyone unattended in a parked vehicle.
A Dramatic Reversal
This sudden spike in heat arrives just after a massive winter storm that battered the region earlier in the week. That storm delivered thunderstorms, high winds, and heavy snow to the mountains, triggering mudslide risks for millions residents.
Tragically, the severe weather also caused a large avalanche in the Lake Tahoe area, which resulted in nine fatalities.
Weekend Outlook
The outlook suggests some relief is coming. Temperatures were forecast to drop to around sixty-one degrees Fahrenheit in the city by late Friday.
Several cities that reached 90°F were Long Beach, Burbank, and Woodland Hills. Additionally, Westwood, Camarillo, Santa Maria, and Oxnard were expected to see the high 80s.
In the coming days, central Los Angeles can see readings in the 80s, with cooler weather likely for the following week.
