LA Faces Historic High Temperatures Only Days After Major Winter Storm.
In the wake of torrential rains that led to inundation across areas in the city, Los Angeles is now confronting unusually high temperatures for late February.
Record-Setting Temperatures
During the day Friday, the mercury climbed to ninety-one degrees Fahrenheit in the city center, according to weather officials. This exceeds the old record for this date, which was 31 degrees Celsius (88 Fahrenheit) and was set in the previous year.
"Very warm conditions" were highlighted on NWS charts for the region.
Public Health Alerts
Forecasters cautioned that Friday's conditions posed an "increased danger for heat illness" for people sensitive to heat. Their recommendations suggested:
- Staying hydrated.
- Avoiding outdoor activities during the hottest part of the day.
- Never leaving anyone unattended in a parked vehicle.
A Dramatic Weather Swing
This sudden spike in heat comes on the heels of a intense storm system that struck the region last week. That event unleashed thunderstorms, high winds, and heavy snow to mountainous regions, triggering mudslide risks for many residents.
Unfortunately, the conditions also triggered a large avalanche in the Tahoe area, which left nine people dead from.
Forecast Ahead
The outlook suggests a cooldown is expected. Temperatures were forecast to fall to around 61°F (16°C) in downtown LA by late Friday.
Several cities that hit the 90-degree mark featured Burbank, Woodland Hills, and Long Beach. Meanwhile, Westwood, Camarillo, Santa Maria, and Oxnard were projected to see the high 80s.
In the coming days, central LA can see weather in the 80s, with a further cooldown on tap for the following week.
