LA Battles Historic Heat Only One Week After Major Winter Storm.
In the wake of heavy downpours that resulted in floodwaters across areas in the city, Los Angeles is now seeing abnormally high temperatures for this time of year.
Record-Setting Readings
On Friday midday, the mercury reached ninety-one degrees Fahrenheit in central LA, as reported by weather officials. This easily surpasses the old record for this date, which was 88°F (31°C) and was established just last year.
"Exceptionally warm weather" were labeled on NWS maps for the region.
Public Health Advisories
Forecasters cautioned that Friday's heat posed an "higher threat for heat illness" for people sensitive to heat. Their recommendations featured:
- Drinking plenty of fluids.
- Avoiding outdoor activities during the hottest part of the day.
- Never leaving kids or animals unattended in a car.
An Extreme Shift
This dramatic increase in temperature follows closely after a powerful storm system that struck the area recently. That event delivered thunderstorms, high winds, and heavy snow to higher elevations, causing flash flood warnings for many residents.
Sadly, the storm also caused a large avalanche in the Tahoe area, which resulted in nine fatalities.
Forecast Ahead
The outlook suggests cooler conditions is expected. Readings were expected to decrease to around 16 degrees Celsius (61 Fahrenheit) in central Los Angeles by Friday night.
Several cities that reached 90°F included Long Beach, Burbank, and Woodland Hills. Additionally, Santa Maria, Oxnard, Camarillo, and Westwood were forecast to reach the high eighties.
For the weekend, downtown LA can expect weather in the eighties, with mid-70s temperatures expected for the following week.
