Southern California Faces Record-Breaking Heat Only One Week After Severe Winter Storm.
After enduring heavy downpours that resulted in floodwaters across areas in the city, the City of Angels is now confronting unusually warm conditions for the end of February.
Record-Shattering Temperatures
During the day Friday, the mercury soared to 33 degrees Celsius (91 Fahrenheit) in the city center, according to the National Weather Service. This exceeds the previous daily record for this date, which was eighty-eight degrees Fahrenheit and was set just last year.
"Unusually high temperatures" were highlighted on NWS graphics for the region.
Safety Warnings
The weather service issued a warning that Friday's heat posed an "higher threat for heat illness" for those at risk. Their guidance included:
- Keeping well-hydrated.
- Reducing outdoor activities during the afternoon hours of the day.
- Ensuring you do not leave children or pets unattended in a hot car.
An Extreme Reversal
This sharp rise in temperature follows closely after a intense storm system that pummeled the region recently. That storm delivered thunderstorms, high winds, and heavy snow to higher elevations, leading to mudslide risks for many residents.
Tragically, the storm also caused a massive avalanche in the Tahoe area, which left nine people dead from.
Forecast Ahead
Looking ahead some relief is expected. Readings were expected to fall to around 61°F (16°C) in central Los Angeles by late Friday.
Additional areas that hit ninety degrees featured Burbank, Woodland Hills, and Long Beach. Elsewhere, Westwood, Camarillo, Santa Maria, and Oxnard were expected to see the high 80s.
For the weekend, central LA can expect temperatures in the 80s, with mid-70s temperatures expected for the start of March.
