Los Angeles Faces Unprecedented Heat Just Days Following Major Winter Storm.
Following a week of significant rainfall that resulted in floodwaters across sections of the city, Los Angeles is now grappling with abnormally hot temperatures for the end of February.
Record-Shattering Temperatures
On Friday midday, the thermometer climbed to 91°F (33°C) in central LA, per data from meteorologists. This exceeds the old record for February 27th, which was 31 degrees Celsius (88 Fahrenheit) and was established in the previous year.
"Exceptionally warm weather" were highlighted on forecast maps for the region.
Public Health Alerts
The weather service cautioned that Friday's heat posed an "increased danger for heat illness" for those at risk. Their advice suggested:
- Staying hydrated.
- Avoiding outdoor activities during the peak heat of the day.
- Not leaving anyone unattended in a car.
A Sharp Reversal
This dramatic increase in heat follows closely after a intense winter storm that battered the state last week. That event unleashed thunderstorms, high winds, and heavy snow to higher elevations, leading to mudslide risks for millions residents.
Tragically, the storm also resulted in a deadly avalanche in the Tahoe area, which left nine people dead from.
Temperatures Easing
Looking ahead a cooldown is coming. Temperatures were predicted to fall to around 61°F (16°C) in central Los Angeles by overnight.
Additional areas that hit the 90-degree mark included Long Beach, Burbank, and Woodland Hills. Additionally, Westwood, Camarillo, Santa Maria, and Oxnard were projected to reach the upper eighties.
In the coming days, downtown Los Angeles can see temperatures in the eighties, with a further cooldown on tap for the start of March.
