Another hot day is on tap, and record temperatures were recorded in parts of Orange County, but it will be cooler Tuesday with onshore flow continuing to strengthen.
Heat warnings are in effect in the Antelope Valley through Thursday with temperatures expected to pass triple digits. A heat advisory for the West San Gabriel Mountains for Monday, with temperatures forecast close to 100, was issued by the National Weather Service.
Heat advisories were also extended for the Santa Clarita Valley and western San Fernando Valley, with temperatures between 92 and 101 Monday.
In Anaheim and Santa Ana, the highest minimum temperatures were recorded on Sunday. In Anaheim, it was 69, breaking the record of 68 set in 2022. In Santa Ana, it was 67, tying a record set in 2016.
The Southland baked under some triple-digit temperatures for the third straight day Sunday, but some relief was on the horizon this week, forecasters said.
Highs were expected in the mid-80s in downtown Los Angeles and neighboring areas Tuesday. The highs in the San Gabriel Valley are expected in the low 90s, in the mid-90s in the San Fernando Valley and Santa Clarita Valley, and 107 in the Antelope Valley.
“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. Some of them include children, the elderly, those with health conditions, pregnant people, those living alone, and pets,” Dr. Muntu Davis, Los Angeles County Health Officer, said in a statement. “Hot days can be dangerous for anyone, so it’s crucial to stay cool and hydrated.
“Never leave children, the elderly, or pets alone in hot homes, places, or vehicles,” Davis added.
The city and county of Los Angeles both operate cooling centers for people who need a place to escape the heat. To find a location, visit ready.lacounty.gov/heat/ or call 211.
Meanwhile, the South Coast Air Quality Management District issued a smog advisory through 7 p.m. Tuesday, covering most non-coastal areas of Los Angeles County and stretching into much of Riverside County. AQMD officials said the extreme heat will likely lead to unhealthy or worse air quality conditions in much of the area.
The AQMD urged residents to check air quality levels and limit outdoor activities, limit the use of gasoline-powered lawn and garden equipment until evening hours and conserve electricity.