Los Angeles Faces Record-Breaking Heat Only Days Following Major Winter Weather.
After enduring significant rainfall that resulted in floodwaters across parts of the city, Los Angeles is now grappling with unseasonably hot conditions for late February.
Record-Setting Heat
By Friday afternoon, the mercury climbed to 33 degrees Celsius (91 Fahrenheit) in central LA, as reported by weather officials. This easily surpasses the prior high for February 27th, which was 88°F (31°C) and was recorded in the previous year.
"Unusually high temperatures" were noted on official maps for the region.
Public Health Advisories
Authorities stated that Friday's weather posed an "higher threat for heat illness" for vulnerable populations. Their guidance suggested:
- Drinking plenty of fluids.
- Reducing outdoor activities during the hottest part of the day.
- Never leaving children or pets unattended in a hot car.
A Sharp Reversal
This sharp rise in temperature follows closely after a intense storm system that battered the region recently. That storm unleashed thunderstorms, high winds, and heavy snow to higher elevations, causing evacuation orders for countless residents.
Unfortunately, the conditions also triggered a deadly avalanche in the Lake Tahoe area, which resulted in nine fatalities.
Temperatures Easing
Looking ahead some relief is coming. Temperatures were expected to decrease to around sixty-one degrees Fahrenheit in central Los Angeles by Friday night.
Additional areas that reached the 90-degree mark included Long Beach, Burbank, and Woodland Hills. Additionally, Oxnard, Westwood, Camarillo, and Santa Maria were expected to experience the high eighties.
In the coming days, downtown Los Angeles can see temperatures in the 80s, with cooler weather on tap for the week ahead.
