BEVERLY HILLS—On July 6, the National Weather Service (NWS) issued a heat advisory for Southern California (SOCAL) including; Downtown Los Angeles, Compton, Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Culver City, and Norwalk.
The heat advisory remains in effect from Wednesday, July 8, at 10:00 a.m. until Friday, July 10, at 8:00 p.m.
The NWS predicts temperatures up to 90 degrees in Los Angeles County’s Inland Coast including downtown Los Angeles.
“There is a high risk for heat illness for sensitive populations including the very young, the very old, those without air conditioning and those that are active outdoors,” the NWS warning stated.
Additional details; “The warmest temperatures with this event are expected to occur Wednesday and Thursday afternoons with only a very modest cool down Friday providing little relief.
Temperatures are expected to cool down slightly over the weekend but remain above normal into the following week.”-NWS
On July 6, the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health (LACDPH) issued a press release as well notifying the public of the heat advisory listing more specific areas including (but not limited to) the following areas from July 7th through July 10th.
Santa Clarita Valley: Tuesday, July 7 through Friday, July 10.
West San Fernando Valley
East San Fernando Valley
Santa Susana Mountains
Western San Gabriel Mountains and the Hwy 14 Corridor
East San Gabriel Mountains
San Gabriel Valley
Northwest LA County Mountains
In addition; from Wednesday, July 8 through Friday, July 10, Los Angeles Inland Coast.
LACDPH warns that the hot weather is, “expected to cause discomfort and may lead to heat-related illness for those who are vulnerable to heat.
Health officials issued reminders to stay hydrated, wear sunscreen, take cool showers and baths, stay indoors, and “Watch out for each other. Check on those who are sick or have chronic conditions, older adults, pregnant people, children, those who live alone, pets, outdoor workers, and athletes.”
In addition, LACDPH emphasized the importance of knowing how to recognize if someone may be experiencing a heat-related illness. Symptoms may include a body temperature of 103 degrees or higher, dizziness, nausea, passing out, headache, a fast, strong pulse, confusion, and hot, red, dry, or damp skin. Heat stroke and heat related deaths are prevalent in extreme heat. LACDPH advises the public to take precautions and call 911 if these symptoms are present.
