Millions in California See Extreme Temperatures as 94-Year Record Broken
Summary
On Tuesday, Los Angeles broke a 94-year-old temperature record, with extreme heat prompting weather alerts across Southern California. The temperature reached 97 degrees, surpassing the previous record from 1931. Heat advisories are in place, advising people to take precautions against the high temperatures.Key Facts
- Los Angeles set a new temperature record at 97 degrees, breaking the old 1931 record of 94 degrees.
- Millions in Southern California are under heat advisories due to extreme temperatures.
- The National Weather Service warns that heat is the leading weather-related cause of death in the U.S.
- A heat advisory is in effect until 7 p.m. local time on Wednesday.
- People are advised to stay hydrated, stay indoors with air conditioning, and avoid direct sunlight.
- The hot weather increases the risk of wildfires, with conditions that could lead to rapid fire spread.
- The Santa Ana wind event increases the fire danger in Los Angeles and Ventura counties.
- Temperatures are expected to stay above normal in California for the next two weeks.
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