Los Angeles Battles Historic High Temperatures Only Days Following Severe Winter Storm.
Following a week of significant rainfall that caused flooding across areas in the city, LA is now seeing abnormally high conditions for this time of year.
Record-Setting Heat
On Friday midday, the thermometer climbed to 33 degrees Celsius (91 Fahrenheit) in downtown Los Angeles, per data from meteorologists. This easily surpasses the previous daily record for this date, which was eighty-eight degrees Fahrenheit and was recorded in the previous year.
"Very warm conditions" were labeled on forecast charts for the region.
Safety Warnings
Forecasters issued a warning that Friday's heat posed an "elevated risk for heat illness" for vulnerable populations. Their recommendations featured:
- Drinking plenty of fluids.
- Avoiding outdoor activities during the afternoon hours of the day.
- Not leaving anyone unattended in a hot car.
An Extreme Reversal
This dramatic increase in temperature comes on the heels of a powerful winter storm that struck the area earlier in the week. That storm brought heavy snow, strong winds, and thunderstorms to mountainous regions, leading to flash flood warnings for many residents.
Unfortunately, the storm also triggered a massive avalanche in the Tahoe area, which resulted in nine fatalities.
Forecast Ahead
Forecasters predict cooler conditions will arrive. The heat were predicted to decrease to around 61°F (16°C) in the city by late Friday.
Several cities that reached the 90-degree mark were Long Beach, Burbank, and Woodland Hills. Meanwhile, Westwood, Camarillo, Santa Maria, and Oxnard were forecast to experience the upper eighties.
In the coming days, downtown Los Angeles can anticipate temperatures in the 80s, with cooler weather on tap for the following week.
