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Low clouds bring slight cooling to SoCal
Morning clouds bring slight cooling for the valleys in SoCal
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Quick Facts
- Today’s weather: Morning clouds then sunny
- Beaches: mid 70s
- Mountains: 77-88 degrees
- Inland: 84-94 degrees
- Warnings and advisories: None
Gloomy conditions will continue Wednesday morning, bringing some cooling to the valleys and inland areas. Similar conditions will continue for the next few days, but it will warm up slightly for Independence Day.
Meanwhile, windy conditions will continue for the Antelope Valley, where gusts could reach up to 30 mph. Those winds, mixed with highs in the mid 90s and dry conditions, could elevate the risk of fire weather.
At L.A. County beaches, you can expect temperatures of up to 73 degrees and and up to 86 degrees for San Gabriel Valley. Meanwhile, the San Fernando Valley will see temperatures climb to 89 degrees.
In Orange County, it will be slightly warmer along the coast, with highs up to 78 degrees at the beaches and 82 degrees inland.
The Inland Empire will see highs of up to 94 degrees. And in Coachella Valley, temps are expected to reach 109 degrees.
Taking a quick peak at your forecast next week: the National Weather Service says it's likely a heatwave will affect the valleys, deserts and mountains, pushing temperatures into the triple digits.
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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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