Southern California Faces Historic High Temperatures Only Days Following Major Winter Storm.
Following a week of significant rainfall that caused flooding across sections of the city, LA is now seeing unusually hot weather for this time of year.
Record-Shattering Heat
During the day Friday, the thermometer soared to 33 degrees Celsius (91 Fahrenheit) in downtown Los Angeles, as reported by the National Weather Service. This easily surpasses the old record for February 27th, which was eighty-eight degrees Fahrenheit and was established in the previous year.
"Very warm conditions" were highlighted on NWS maps for the region.
Public Health Advisories
Authorities cautioned that Friday's conditions posed an "higher threat for heat illness" for people sensitive to heat. Their guidance featured:
- Drinking plenty of fluids.
- Avoiding outdoor activities during the peak heat of the day.
- Not leaving anyone unattended in a car.
A Sharp Shift
This sudden spike in mercury arrives just after a powerful storm system that struck the region recently. That event delivered heavy snow, strong winds, and thunderstorms to the mountains, leading to mudslide risks for millions residents.
Unfortunately, the storm also caused a large avalanche in the Tahoe area, which resulted in nine fatalities.
Forecast Ahead
Forecasters predict cooler conditions will arrive. The heat were forecast to decrease to around sixty-one degrees Fahrenheit in the city by late Friday.
Several cities that hit the 90-degree mark were Burbank, Woodland Hills, and Long Beach. Additionally, Oxnard, Westwood, Camarillo, and Santa Maria were expected to see the high 80s.
For the weekend, downtown LA can see readings in the eighties, with cooler weather on tap for the start of March.
