Recordbreak temperature A CBS Los Angeles report states that the heat wave in Southern California swept through historic California during the Labor Day weekend. Woodland Hills recorded a record temperature of 121 degrees on Sunday afternoon, the highest official temperature ever recorded in LA County. National Weather Service. The previous record was 119, which was set in 2006.
The NWSA also announced Sunday that the Peso Ruble recorded a record 117 degrees in San Luis Obispo County. Burbank hit a maximum of 114 degrees, which was set on Saturday.
The NWSA said the temperature would not start cooling until Tuesday, and would remain above normal for the week even after that. Extreme heat has weakened electricity and opened cooling centers for Southern California residents.
According to NWS, the Sunday period was expected to be between 105-115 degrees on Sunday and some areas, including Palm Springs, are hitting a top of 120 degrees. The danger of fire will remain elevated During the middle of the week.
“Wow! This heat is amazing. I mean it’s boring,” said Robert Newman, a resident. “I’ve burned a lot of calories today, that’s for sure and probably drank more water today than I had in the whole week.”
Patricia Windsor, another resident, said she was born and raised in Burbank, but never experienced hot weather like this.
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In search of relief, some residents flocked to the lakes and parks. Lake Balboa in Ancono was full of families taking shelter under the trees and others were hoping to get a little breeze by getting boats on the lake.
Rest restaurants around the valley also reported a slowdown in business due to the heat, including burbank, where many due to outdoor seating. COVID-19.
Server Natalie Simpson said, “I feel as hot as today, just as hot. Today was definitely the slowest day I’ve ever worked on.”
The heat wave is expected to continue earlier this week.
On Saturday, the California Independent System rator operator – which oversees the operation of the state’s bulk electric power system – declared a Stage 2 emergency, meaning there would be a statewide power outage.
Southern California Addis reported 127 outages affecting more than 212 customers on Saturday. The Los Angeles Department of Water and Power said Saturday that about 14,000 people were without power at noon.
A flex alert has been issued, urging residents to volunteer energy conservation, and remain effective from Saturday to Monday from 3-9pm to help prevent additional power outages.
The ISO said defense was the key to fighting the outage. Customers staying at home are asked to set their air conditioner to at least 78 degrees, avoid using large appliances between 3-9pm, turn off blinds and drapes, and use a fan if possible.
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