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Your SoCal weather report for Tuesday, Jun. 25: High heat continues for the desert
Forecast highs for Tuesday afternoon.
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Quick Facts
- Today’s weather: Hot, sunny
- Beaches: 70s-80s
- Mountains: 80s-90s
- Deserts: 100s-110s
- Inland: 80s-90s
- Warnings and advisories: Excessive Heat Warning
Say hello to Tuesday. Today's weather will be slightly cooler than yesterday with an exception for the desert communities where heat advisories remain in place.
The high desert will reach up to 104 degrees, with up to 113 for Coachella Valley. The heat is expected to break by 8 p.m. tonight. Remember to stay indoors, stay hydrated and check on your pets and loved ones.
Inland areas and the valleys will see highs in the upper 80s to low 90s, down to mid 80s for Orange County inland areas and 83 degrees for downtown Los Angeles. Daytime highs for the coast will be in the mid 70s.
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Tonight's lows will drop to the upper 60s, 70s for the deserts.
Forecasters say enjoy this cooling trend while it lasts as temperatures are expected to warm again this weekend.
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Things to do
Cooking Across Cultures Cooking Camp: If you haven’t found a camp activity for the kids yet, have them join Chef David at the Lofts in El Segundo for a three-day cooking class, geared at grades 4-8. They can wow their friends all summer long after learning to make a range of dishes from around the world, including pierogies, dal, and Turkish eggs.
Check out our full list of things to do this week.
Staying safe in the heat
- Don't wait until you're thirsty to drink water or electrolyte-replacements
- Drink cool water, not extremely cold water (which can cause cramps)
- Avoid sweetened drinks, caffeine, and alcohol
Protect a pet from excessive heat
- Never leave a pet or animal in a garage
- Never leave a pet or animal in a vehicle
- Never leave a pet or animal in the sun
- Provide shade
- Provide clean drinking water
Protect a human from excessive heat
Check in frequently with family, friends, and neighbors. Offer assistance or rides to those who are sick or have limited access to transportation. And give extra attention to people most at risk, including:
- Elderly people (65 years and older)
- Infants
- Young children
- People with chronic medical conditions
- People with mental illness
- People taking certain medications (i.e.: "If your doctor generally limits the amount of fluid you drink or has you on water pills, ask how much you should drink while the weather is hot," says the CDC)
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