Jul 27, 2009 8:48 am US/Pacific
Temperatures Expected To Climb In The Southland
LOS ANGELES
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Temperatures Monday were expected to climb, with some areas in the Southland reaching triple-digits through Tuesday.
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Temperatures were expected to climb Monday, with some areas in the Southland reaching triple-digits through Tuesday.
The National Weather Service (NWS) said the temperature increase, coming amid a heat wave that already lasted more than a week, resulted from the westward movement of a high-pressure ridge parked over the Four Corners area.
"The long duration heat wave could pose health hazards for anyone outdoors, especially for the elderly, small children and pets," the weather service said in an advisory. "If you plan on being outdoors, remember to remain hydrated by drinking plenty of water, wear loose-fitting clothing and a hat."
The advisory urged people to "remain in the shade or indoors as much as possible."
The NWS issued a reminder to motorists to never leave children or pets in parked vehicles with the windows closed or even cracked open "as temperatures can quickly reach lethal levels."
The NWS forecasted highs Monday of 75 in Avalon, Newport Beach and at LAX; 84 in Long Beach; 85 in downtown L.A.; 87 in Anaheim and on Mount Wilson; 89 in San Gabriel; 92 in Burbank; 93 in Pasadena; 100 in Woodland Hills; 101 in Newhall; and 104 in Palmdale and Lancaster.
Temperatures were generally expected to come down slightly Tuesday and again Wednesday, ending up on Friday four or five degrees below Monday's levels - still warm, but seasonal.
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