Los Angeles Experiences Record-Breaking Heat Only One Week After Major Winter Storm.
After enduring heavy downpours that led to inundation across parts of the city, the City of Angels is now grappling with unusually hot conditions for late February.
Record-Setting Heat
During the day Friday, the temperature climbed to ninety-one degrees Fahrenheit in central LA, according to meteorologists. This easily surpasses the previous daily record for this date, which was 31 degrees Celsius (88 Fahrenheit) and was recorded in the previous year.
"Unusually high temperatures" were noted on forecast graphics for the region.
Public Health Alerts
Forecasters issued a warning that Friday's heat posed an "increased danger for heat illness" for vulnerable populations. Their advice featured:
- Keeping well-hydrated.
- Avoiding outdoor activities during the peak heat of the day.
- Never leaving anyone unattended in a car.
A Sharp Weather Swing
This sudden spike in temperature comes on the heels of a intense storm system that battered the state last week. That system delivered heavy snow, strong winds, and thunderstorms to the mountains, leading to evacuation orders for countless residents.
Unfortunately, the storm also triggered a massive avalanche in the Tahoe area, which left nine people dead from.
Temperatures Easing
The outlook suggests a cooldown will arrive. Temperatures were expected to decrease to around 61°F (16°C) in central Los Angeles by late Friday.
Additional areas that experienced 90°F included Woodland Hills, Long Beach, and Burbank. Meanwhile, Santa Maria, Oxnard, Camarillo, and Westwood were expected to experience the upper eighties.
In the coming days, downtown LA can see temperatures in the eighties, with a further cooldown on tap for the following week.
