LA Battles Unprecedented High Temperatures Only Days After Severe Winter Weather.
After enduring significant rainfall that caused flooding across sections of the city, Los Angeles is now seeing unusually high weather for late February.
Record-Setting Heat
By Friday afternoon, the temperature soared to 91°F (33°C) in downtown Los Angeles, per data from meteorologists. This easily surpasses the old record for February 27th, which was 31 degrees Celsius (88 Fahrenheit) and was established just last year.
"Exceptionally warm weather" were highlighted on official maps for the region.
Public Health Warnings
The weather service issued a warning that Friday's weather posed an "elevated risk for heat illness" for people sensitive to heat. Their advice suggested:
- Staying hydrated.
- Limiting outdoor activities during the hottest part of the day.
- Ensuring you do not leave kids or animals unattended in a car.
A Dramatic Weather Swing
This sharp rise in heat follows closely after a powerful storm system that struck the region earlier in the week. That system brought thunderstorms, high winds, and heavy snow to higher elevations, causing evacuation orders for countless residents.
Sadly, the severe weather also resulted in a massive avalanche in the Tahoe area, which claimed the lives of.
Forecast Ahead
Forecasters predict cooler conditions will arrive. Readings were expected to decrease to around 61°F (16°C) in the city by Friday night.
Other locales that reached ninety degrees featured Woodland Hills, Long Beach, and Burbank. Meanwhile, Santa Maria, Oxnard, Camarillo, and Westwood were projected to reach the high eighties.
In the coming days, central Los Angeles can expect readings in the eighties, with mid-70s temperatures expected for the start of March.
