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CBS News
07-07-2025
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Inland communities brace for triple-digit heat as major warm-up develops
Inland communities in Southern California are bracing for a major warm-up as triple-digit temperatures are expected to affect the area. KCAL News has issued a Next Weather Alert ahead of the upcoming weather event to prepare communities for the scorching heat that could impact daily life. The alert has been issued for Wednesday, Thursday and Friday for the Inland Empire, valleys and high deserts. A Next Weather Alert has been issued for the Inland Empire, valleys and high deserts starting on Wednesday. Temperatures could reach up to 105 degrees in some areas. KCAL News KCAL News Meteorologist Amber Lee says conditions could reach record-breaking heat. The National Weather Service is urging vulnerable populations to take extra precautions during the hot weather period. Weather officials say the hottest days should be Wednesday and Thursday with temperatures expected to reach up to 105 degrees in the valleys, deserts and lower mountains. Coastal communities will experience a slight warm-up as well, but conditions will remain between 70 and 80 degrees. Vulnerable populations: Pregnant individuals Newborn children Young children The elderly People with chronic illnesses The NWS recommends people drink plenty of water, use air conditioners and stay in the shade and wear loose-fitting clothes.
CBS News
04-07-2025
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- CBS News
Clear Southern California skies expected for 4th of July celebrations
It's expected to be a picture-perfect evening for viewing fireworks and drone shows across the Southern California region on Friday, July 4. Temperatures on Friday will be a few degrees below normal, with morning clouds clearing around 9 to 10 a.m. Highs will be in the 70s along the coast, in the 80s for most valleys, and in the mid-90s across the desert, according to the National Weather Service. "The Independence Day forecast for tonight, it's going to look fantastic. We're talking about clear skies, as we don't have a lot of the clouds moving in until the overnight hours," KCAL News Meteorologist Amber Lee said. Temperatures will gradually warm up over the holiday weekend. Peak heat arrives next week on Wednesday through Friday, with widespread 100s expected in inland cities. An air quality alert is in effect from 5 p.m. July 4 through midnight July 5 due to harmful levels of fine particle pollution. Smoke from July 4 fireworks in most of Los Angeles and Orange Counties and the Inland Empire, and wildfire smoke in Santa Clarita and the San Gabriel and San Bernardino Mountains, led to the alert.
CBS News
30-05-2025
- Climate
- CBS News
Southern California inland deserts brace for triple digit weather, dangerous heat conditions
Inland desert communities in Southern California are expecting to receive triple-digit weather on Friday, which will increase dangerous heat conditions. KCAL News issued a Next Weather Alert to warn people about the upcoming weather event that could impact their daily routines. Meteorologist Amber Lee said the temperatures will be the hottest the region has seen in 2025 so far. The alert has been issued for areas like the Antelope Valley and the inland desert. The National Weather Service extended its heat advisory to include the Fernando Valley, Santa Clarita Valley and Central Ventura County valleys. The advisory will go into effect at 11 a.m. and will remain until 8 p.m. Weather officials predict temperatures near the coast will be near the 70s, the inland coastal plains will be around the 80s and the valleys and lower mountains will be around 90s to 102 degrees. The NWS recommends that people in affected areas take precautions and limit outdoor activities, properly hydrate and remain in air-conditioned rooms. The heat will not last long and cooler conditions will begin Saturday for the rest of the weekend. A system of tropical moisture will bring humid and muggy air with a chance of showers or thunderstorms in the mountains and deserts.
CBS News
29-05-2025
- Climate
- CBS News
Weather officials warn about triple digit temperatures heading to Southern California inland communities
The inland valleys and deserts are expected to receive near triple-digit weather on Friday as a warming trend develops. KCAL News issued a Next Weather Alert a few days ago for the Antelope Valley and inland desert ahead of the weather event to prepare communities for the heat. Meteorologist Amber Lee said temperatures in inland areas could be 10 to 15 degrees above average. Lee explained that a high-pressure system will sit over the Southern California region, and it will bring the hottest temperatures of 2025 so far. The National Weather Service warned that heat advisories could be issued for southern valleys based on the upcoming forecast. The heat will fade a bit heading into the weekend with a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms in the San Gabriel Mountains. Tips for staying safe during the heat: Drink fluids and stay hydrated Stay in air-conditioned rooms if possible Avoid prolonged periods in the sun Do not leave children or pets in unattended vehicles
CBS News
09-04-2025
- Climate
- CBS News
High temperatures, heat expected in valleys and Inland Empire over next several days
The Inland Empire and valley communities are bracing for a major warm-up as above normal temperatures and heat are expected over the next couple of days. KCAL News has issued a Next Weather Alert through Friday for extreme heat in areas like the Santa Clarita, San Fernando and San Gabriel valleys as well as the Inland Empire. Next Weather Alerts are meant to keep communities up to date about weather events that might impact daily life. It is not expected to be dangerously hot but much warmer than normal. The National Weather Service has not issued any heat-related advisories. The coastal clouds will linger in the mornings and evenings, but the afternoons will be sunny and hot. The NWS said daytime temperatures will be well above normal for this time of year. A high-pressure ridge will stay over the Southern California region until the weekend before cooler conditions begin. During this period, the Inland Empire will be the warmest it's been since October 2024, according to KCAL News Meteorologist Amber Lee. Lee recommends people take caution during peak heat hours and try to limit physical activity outside to the earlier part of the day.
