The first weekend of summer has arrived in Southern California and it’s going to be a hot one.
The National Weather Service issued a heat advisory for multiple areas, including the San Fernando Valley, Los Angeles County, San Gabriel Valley, and Santa Clarita Valley. Temperatures are expected to range from 96 to 106 degrees.
“A [heat advisory] watch means that we think that dangerous heat conditions could develop potentials there,” Andrew Rorke, a senior forecaster at the National Weather Service, told KNX News’ Karen Adams. “We need to look at just a few more models and if everything looks on track, we will upgrade that watch to a warning.”
The advisory will kick off at 10 a.m. Saturday and be in effect through 8 p.m.
Sunday.
Officials with the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health urged the public to take any and all precautions.
“On hot days, it's important for everyone to both take care of themselves and check on others, especially those who have a higher chance of getting ill due to the heat,” Muntu Davis, MD, MPH, Los Angeles County Health Officer said.
“Some of them include children, the elderly, those with health conditions, pregnant people, those living alone, and pets.”
Residents were urged to stay hydrated throughout the day, avoid going outside during the hottest hours of the day, and check on those who are at risk for heat-related illnesses.
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