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Yahoo
22-05-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
Heat wave starts to break in Southern California. More May gray looms on the horizon
By Wednesday afternoon Southern Californians had made it through the brunt of this week's heat wave with slightly lower temperatures on tap for Thursday and Friday. Woodland Hills hit 95 degrees Wednesday, which was among the hottest temperatures recorded in Los Angeles County, but the mercury remained below levels necessary to topple heat records, said National Weather Service Meteorologist Rose Schoenfeld. The Weather Service's heat advisory for the Los Angeles area, which was expected to be in place through Thursday, expired at 5 p.m. Wednesday. Inland areas experienced more extreme heat this week, with Palm Springs hitting 104 degrees at 2 p.m. Wednesday and Blythe in eastern Riverside County reaching 102 degrees. Los Angeles area temperatures are expected to remain above average Thursday — reaching the low 80s along the coast and into the 90s in the San Fernando and Santa Clarita valleys. By Friday, however, a low pressure system will sweep into the region, bringing with it the return of May gray and cooler temperatures, Schoenfeld said. That system will remain in effect over the weekend and into Monday, posing the possibility of overcast beach weather on Memorial Day, she said. May gray is fueled by onshore breezes that push the layer of cool moist air that hangs above the Pacific Ocean further inland, creating persistent cloud cover. Read more: What causes the May gray that stubbornly blocks the sun for days in Southern California? Another round of heat may be on the horizon starting by the middle of next week, but forecasters aren't yet certain how hot it will get, Schoenfeld said. This week's blistering weather brought an elevated risk of fires in tall grass and brush areas across the region. On Wednesday, the Los Angeles Fire Department rushed to halt the spread of a 4-acre brush fire in the Sepulveda Basin that left one person with minor burns and caused temporary disruptions to Metro bus service. The fire was reported shortly after noon near Victory and Balboa boulevards in Van Nuys and fire crews were able to stop the fire's advance by 2 p.m., according to LAFD. A heightened risk of brush fires will continue this week due to breezy onshore winds, with the strongest gusts predicted across the Antelope Valley and in mountain and foothill areas, Schoenfeld said. Despite the wind, the region is not under a red flag alert since recent rains lowered the risk of widespread wildfires. However, as temperatures continue to climb through the summer, grasses and brush will dry out and become ideal wildfire fuel, Schoenfeld said. "We do want people to start thinking about our next fire season," she said. "It's important the public start thinking about what they need to do to prepare their homes, their family, their go bags, learn evacuation routes and sign up to get emergency notifications." Sign up for Essential California for news, features and recommendations from the L.A. Times and beyond in your inbox six days a week. This story originally appeared in Los Angeles Times.
Los Angeles Times
22-05-2025
- Climate
- Los Angeles Times
Heat wave starts to break in Southern California. More May gray looms on the horizon
By Wednesday afternoon Southern Californians had made it through the brunt of this week's heat wave with slightly lower temperatures on tap for Thursday and Friday. Woodland Hills hit 95 degrees Wednesday, which was among the hottest temperatures recorded in Los Angeles County, but the mercury remained below levels necessary to topple heat records, said National Weather Service Meteorologist Rose Schoenfeld. The Weather Service's heat advisory for the Los Angeles area, which was expected to be in place through Thursday, expired at 5 p.m. Wednesday. Inland areas experienced more extreme heat this week, with Palm Springs hitting 104 degrees at 2 p.m. Wednesday and Blythe in eastern Riverside County reaching 102 degrees. Los Angeles area temperatures are expected to remain above average Thursday — reaching the low 80s along the coast and into the 90s in the San Fernando and Santa Clarita valleys. By Friday, however, a low pressure system will sweep into the region, bringing with it the return of May gray and cooler temperatures, Schoenfeld said. That system will remain in effect over the weekend and into Monday, posing the possibility of overcast beach weather on Memorial Day, she said. May gray is fueled by onshore breezes that push the layer of cool moist air that hangs above the Pacific Ocean further inland, creating persistent cloud cover. Another round of heat may be on the horizon starting by the middle of next week, but forecasters aren't yet certain how hot it will get, Schoenfeld said. This week's blistering weather brought an elevated risk of fires in tall grass and brush areas across the region. On Wednesday, the Los Angeles Fire Department rushed to halt the spread of a 4-acre brush fire in the Sepulveda Basin that left one person with minor burns and caused temporary disruptions to Metro bus service. The fire was reported shortly after noon near Victory and Balboa boulevards in Van Nuys and fire crews were able to stop the fire's advance by 2 p.m., according to LAFD. A heightened risk of brush fires will continue this week due to breezy onshore winds, with the strongest gusts predicted across the Antelope Valley and in mountain and foothill areas, Schoenfeld said. Despite the wind, the region is not under a red flag alert since recent rains lowered the risk of widespread wildfires. However, as temperatures continue to climb through the summer, grasses and brush will dry out and become ideal wildfire fuel, Schoenfeld said. 'We do want people to start thinking about our next fire season,' she said. 'It's important the public start thinking about what they need to do to prepare their homes, their family, their go bags, learn evacuation routes and sign up to get emergency notifications.'
Newsweek
09-05-2025
- Climate
- Newsweek
Millions in California Advised to Avoid the Sun
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. An early-season heat wave is sweeping through Southern and Central California, prompting warnings for millions of residents to limit sun exposure and avoid strenuous activity outdoors. Temperatures are forecast to rise higher than 100 degrees in some areas, with little relief overnight, according to the National Weather Service (NWS). Why It Matters The agency issued a heat advisory through 9 p.m. PT Saturday for the Los Angeles and Ventura County valleys, the Santa Monica Mountains, and the southern Salinas Valley, among other locations. Officials are warning of a high risk of heat illness, especially for the elderly, young children, people without air conditioning, and those working or exercising outdoors. The heat advisories extend from Santa Ynez southeast through the French Valley, encompassing more than 8 million Californians. This week's heat wave comes after a period of below-average temperatures, meaning that the rising temperatures might feel particularly warm. What to Know Daytime highs between 88 and 100 degrees are expected Friday and Saturday, with temperatures dropping only slightly overnight. On Sunday, highs will hover in the upper 80s to low 90s, still above average for this time of year. The heat advisory is in place until 9 p.m. local time Saturday night. The sun rises in Los Angeles. The sun rises in Los Angeles. johnemac72/Getty "That is significantly warmer than typical for this time of year," NWS meteorologist Rose Schoenfeld told Newsweek. Temperatures are usually in the 70s and 80s for the time of year. The NWS office in Los Angeles called it a "mini heat wave," adding in a social media post that it would be the "hottest of the year" so far. The advisory warned of "moderate" to "high" risk for heat illness in vulnerable populations, particularly those without air conditioning or living in urban areas with limited tree cover or ventilation. Officials urged residents to: Avoid sun exposure by staying indoors during peak hours (10 a.m. to 6 p.m.) Wear lightweight, loose-fitting clothing Drink water frequently Double-check for children or pets before leaving your vehicle In agricultural regions like the Salinas Valley, employers are reminded by OSHA to provide shaded rest breaks and water to outdoor workers. The advisory explicitly warns, "Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1." What People Are Saying Schoenfeld told Newsweek: "For today, our temperatures are forecast to be around 10 to 20 degrees above normal, and it's about the same for Saturday ... There's a chance to break daily records for some areas, like the Burbank Airport, Woodland Hills, and Paso Robles." Schoenfeld added: "We've been a lot cooler leading up these heat advisories, so it's going to feel pretty warm, pretty different." NWS Los Angeles in a heat advisory: "Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Take extra precautions when outside. ... Take action when you see symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke." What Happens Next After Saturday's high temperatures, the weather will begin to "rapidly" cool back down, Schoenfeld said. By Monday, the region will see temperatures that are a few degrees below normal.
Yahoo
08-05-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
Potentially record-breaking heat coming to Southern California. Here's where it will be hottest
Southern Californians tired of the May gray are in for a sweltering surprise this weekend. After days of cloudy skies and drizzle, a rapid rise in temperatures that could topple heat records in parts of Los Angeles County is set to hit the area by Friday. According to the National Weather Service, temperatures along the coast will be in the 70s and 80s Friday and in the 90s in the valleys. Saturday will be even hotter, possibly reaching 100 degrees in the San Fernando Valley and portions of the San Gabriel Valley, said Rose Schoenfeld, a meteorologist with the National Weather Service in Oxnard. Read more: The L.A. wildfires left lead and other toxic material in the soil of burn zones. Here are their health risks "We're going to have a pretty dramatic shift here," Schoenfeld said, adding that temperatures over the weekend will be about 10 to 20 degrees above normal depending on the location. Woodland Hills could reach 99 degrees and Burbank is expected to hit 96 degrees on Saturday. Along the coast, Torrance, Santa Monica and Los Angeles International Airport are expected be in the mid-70s. "It's going to feel pretty warm [along the coast] compared to what people are used to," Schoenfeld said. In Orange County, Anaheim is expected to hit 94 degrees while Irvine will linger around 87 degrees. As usual, the Inland Empire is expected to be even hotter with Riverside and San Bernardino reaching 98 degrees. Even if they don't ultimately issue a heat advisory for the region, forecasters caution the public to limit outdoor activity during the heat spell, particularly in the afternoon hours when temperatures peak, and to stay hydrated. Read more: The L.A. Times investigation into extreme heat's deadly toll But don't stash those springtime sweaters away quite yet because cooler weather is right around the corner. Temperatures will begin to cool slightly Sunday, just in time for Mother's Day, and then drop significantly on Monday back into the low to mid-70s across the region. "Monday will actually plummet to below normal pretty much everywhere by around two to six degrees," Schoenfeld said. Sign up for Essential California for news, features and recommendations from the L.A. Times and beyond in your inbox six days a week. This story originally appeared in Los Angeles Times.
Los Angeles Times
08-05-2025
- Climate
- Los Angeles Times
Potentially record-breaking heat coming to Southern California. Here's where it will be hottest
Southern Californians tired of the May gray are in for a sweltering surprise this weekend. After days of cloudy skies and drizzle, a rapid rise in temperatures that could topple heat records in parts of Los Angeles County is set to hit the area by Friday. According to the National Weather Service, temperatures along the coast will be in the 70s and 80s Friday and in the 90s in the valleys. Saturday will be even hotter, possibly reaching 100 degrees in the San Fernando Valley and portions of the San Gabriel Valley, said Rose Schoenfeld, a meteorologist with the National Weather Service in Oxnard. 'We're going to have a pretty dramatic shift here,' Schoenfeld said, adding that temperatures over the weekend will be about 10 to 20 degrees above normal depending on the location. Woodland Hills could reach 99 degrees and Burbank is expected to hit 96 degrees on Saturday. Along the coast, Torrance, Santa Monica and Los Angeles International Airport are expected be in the mid-70s. 'It's going to feel pretty warm [along the coast] compared to what people are used to,' Schoenfeld said. In Orange County, Anaheim is expected to hit 94 degrees while Irvine will linger around 87 degrees. As usual, the Inland Empire is expected to be even hotter with Riverside and San Bernardino reaching 98 degrees. Even if they don't ultimately issue a heat advisory for the region, forecasters caution the public to limit outdoor activity during the heat spell, particularly in the afternoon hours when temperatures peak, and to stay hydrated. But don't stash those springtime sweaters away quite yet because cooler weather is right around the corner. Temperatures will begin to cool slightly Sunday, just in time for Mother's Day, and then drop significantly on Monday back into the low to mid-70s across the region. 'Monday will actually plummet to below normal pretty much everywhere by around two to six degrees,' Schoenfeld said.
