LA Battles Unprecedented High Temperatures Only One Week After Major Winter Storm.
Following a week of heavy downpours that resulted in floodwaters across areas in the city, Los Angeles is now confronting unusually high weather for this time of year.
Record-Shattering Temperatures
During the day Friday, the temperature reached 91°F (33°C) in downtown Los Angeles, per data from the National Weather Service. This easily surpasses the previous daily record for February 27th, which was 88°F (31°C) and was set in the previous year.
"Unusually high temperatures" were noted on official maps for the region.
Public Health Alerts
Authorities cautioned that Friday's heat posed an "elevated risk for heat illness" for vulnerable populations. Their recommendations suggested:
- Keeping well-hydrated.
- Avoiding outdoor activities during the peak heat of the day.
- Not leaving kids or animals unattended in a hot car.
An Extreme Shift
This sharp rise in temperature follows closely after a intense storm system that struck the area recently. That event unleashed thunderstorms, high winds, and heavy snow to mountainous regions, leading to flash flood warnings for countless residents.
Unfortunately, the severe weather also triggered a massive avalanche in the Tahoe area, which resulted in nine fatalities.
Weekend Outlook
Forecasters predict some relief is coming. Temperatures were predicted to decrease to around 61°F (16°C) in the city by Friday night.
Several cities that hit 90°F were Long Beach, Burbank, and Woodland Hills. Elsewhere, Westwood, Camarillo, Santa Maria, and Oxnard were projected to experience the high eighties.
For the weekend, downtown Los Angeles can see readings in the eighties, with mid-70s temperatures likely for the week ahead.
