Southern California Battles Unprecedented High Temperatures Just One Week After Major Winter Storm.
Following a week of torrential rains that led to inundation across parts of the city, LA is now grappling with unseasonably hot weather for this time of year.
All-Time High Readings
By Friday afternoon, the mercury reached 91°F (33°C) in the city center, per data from meteorologists. This breaks the old record for this date, which was 88°F (31°C) and was set just last year.
"Unusually high temperatures" were noted on official maps for the region.
Safety Alerts
The weather service cautioned that Friday's heat posed an "higher threat for heat illness" for people sensitive to heat. Their recommendations included:
- Drinking plenty of fluids.
- Avoiding outdoor activities during the hottest part of the day.
- Ensuring you do not leave children or pets unattended in a hot car.
A Sharp Reversal
This dramatic increase in temperature comes on the heels of a massive storm system that battered the region last week. That system unleashed high winds, thunderstorms, and significant snowfall to the mountains, leading to evacuation orders for many residents.
Sadly, the storm also caused a large avalanche in the Lake Tahoe area, which resulted in nine fatalities.
Forecast Ahead
Looking ahead some relief is coming. Temperatures were expected to fall to around sixty-one degrees Fahrenheit in central Los Angeles by Friday night.
Several cities that reached ninety degrees included Long Beach, Burbank, and Woodland Hills. Additionally, Oxnard, Westwood, Camarillo, and Santa Maria were forecast to see the upper eighties.
Over Saturday and Sunday, downtown Los Angeles can anticipate temperatures in the eighties, with cooler weather expected for the start of March.
