Residents in inland and valley areas of Los Angeles County are advised to use caution and stay out of the sun during August's first heat wave, which is expected to peak Tuesday and could bring sweltering temperatures of up to 110 degrees.
Heat advisories and excessive heat warnings are in effect nationwide. Los Angeles County until 8 p.m. Tuesday, according to the National Weather Service. Excessive heat warnings, which are more severe than heat advisories, are in effect for the Antelope Valley and Santa Clarita Valley.
During the same period, heat advisories were issued for the San Fernando and San Gabriel valleys and the San Gabriel Mountains. In the Antelope Valley, temperatures could reach as high as 110 degrees. The heat and dry, windy conditions also bring an elevated risk of wildfires, officials said.
There are no heat advisories in effect for coastal areas, downtown Los Angeles or the Santa Monica Mountains.
Angelenos living in areas more vulnerable to heat should stay in air conditioning when possible, avoid outdoor activities during the hottest parts of the day and drink plenty of fluids, said Joe Sirard, a meteorologist with the National Weather Service.
The city will open five cooling centers In South Los Angeles, the San Fernando Valley and East Los Angeles, residents will be offered a respite from the heat. They will operate from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday through Tuesday and pets are allowed.
Hikers in the Santa Monica Mountains should be cautious if they go out during the heat wave, Sirard said.
“Use common sense when hiking,” he said. “Bring plenty of water and be aware that heat can be deadly.”
