San Diego, CA – A heat advisory has been issued for multiple areas in Southern California, with temperatures expected to soar across mountain regions and inland valleys beginning Wednesday morning.
According to the National Weather Service in San Diego, the advisory will be in effect from 10 a.m. Wednesday to 8 p.m. Thursday. The affected areas include the Riverside County Mountains, San Diego County Mountains, San Bernardino and Riverside County Valleys (Inland Empire), and San Diego County Valleys. Cities under the advisory range from Idyllwild-Pine Cove and Julian to Riverside, Fontana, Escondido, and El Cajon.
High temperatures are forecasted to reach between 85 and 104 degrees, with the hottest conditions expected in areas at 5,000 feet elevation and below. According to officials, the most intense heat will impact communities east of Interstate 15 and in the Inland Empire.
The National Weather Service notes that widespread moderate HeatRisk will persist throughout the advisory, increasing the potential for heat-related illnesses. Residents are urged to drink plenty of fluids, remain in air-conditioned spaces, avoid direct sunlight, and check on vulnerable relatives and neighbors. The agency also reminds the public to take extra precautions if spending time outdoors and to never leave children or pets unattended in vehicles.
According to local health departments, community cooling centers are available for those in need of relief. Residents are encouraged to monitor local news and weather updates as conditions may change.
For more detailed information, visit the National Weather Service website or tune in to local weather broadcasts.
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