LA Experiences Record-Breaking Heat Only One Week Following Major Winter Storm.
After enduring heavy downpours that resulted in floodwaters across areas in the city, LA is now grappling with unseasonably hot temperatures for this time of year.
Record-Shattering Readings
During the day Friday, the mercury climbed to ninety-one degrees Fahrenheit in the city center, per data from weather officials. This exceeds the prior high for this date, which was eighty-eight degrees Fahrenheit and was established in the previous year.
"Very warm conditions" were noted on NWS graphics for the region.
Safety Alerts
Authorities cautioned that Friday's heat posed an "elevated risk for heat illness" for vulnerable populations. Their guidance suggested:
- Staying hydrated.
- Limiting outdoor activities during the hottest part of the day.
- Not leaving children or pets unattended in a car.
A Dramatic Weather Swing
This dramatic increase in mercury follows closely after a intense winter storm that pummeled the area recently. That event delivered high winds, thunderstorms, and significant snowfall to mountainous regions, causing flash flood warnings for countless residents.
Sadly, the storm also caused a massive avalanche in the Lake Tahoe area, which claimed the lives of.
Forecast Ahead
The outlook suggests cooler conditions is expected. The heat were expected to drop to around 61°F (16°C) in downtown LA by Friday night.
Several cities that experienced the 90-degree mark were Burbank, Woodland Hills, and Long Beach. Elsewhere, Oxnard, Westwood, Camarillo, and Santa Maria were forecast to see the high eighties.
For the weekend, central Los Angeles can expect readings in the eighties, with mid-70s temperatures on tap for the following week.
