Los Angeles Faces Historic High Temperatures Only One Week After Major Winter Weather.
After enduring torrential rains that resulted in floodwaters across parts of the city, LA is now grappling with unusually hot conditions for the end of February.
Record-Shattering Readings
On Friday midday, the thermometer reached 33 degrees Celsius (91 Fahrenheit) in the city center, according to weather officials. This exceeds the prior high for this date, which was eighty-eight degrees Fahrenheit and was recorded just last year.
"Unusually high temperatures" were labeled on forecast maps for the region.
Safety Warnings
The weather service stated that Friday's weather posed an "higher threat for heat illness" for those at risk. Their recommendations featured:
- Staying hydrated.
- Avoiding outdoor activities during the hottest part of the day.
- Not leaving anyone unattended in a hot car.
A Sharp Weather Swing
This sudden spike in heat comes on the heels of a powerful storm system that pummeled the area earlier in the week. That system delivered thunderstorms, high winds, and heavy snow to mountainous regions, causing evacuation orders for countless residents.
Unfortunately, the storm also caused a deadly avalanche in the Tahoe area, which left nine people dead from.
Temperatures Easing
Looking ahead some relief will arrive. Readings were predicted to decrease to around sixty-one degrees Fahrenheit in central Los Angeles by late Friday.
Additional areas that reached 90°F were Burbank, Woodland Hills, and Long Beach. Additionally, Westwood, Camarillo, Santa Maria, and Oxnard were expected to reach the high eighties.
For the weekend, downtown LA can see temperatures in the eighties, with a further cooldown expected for the start of March.
