ENCINITAS, CA – An extreme heat warning has been issued for the San Diego region as a record-breaking heat wave continues to bring scorching temperatures to California.
Temperatures have soared above 100 degrees every day since last Wednesday in Southern California, with little relief until this weekend.
The excessive heat warning that was in effect all weekend was extended until 8:00 p.m. Friday for San Diego County, including the city of Encinitas, according to the National Weather Service. Hazardous conditions were expected in the region.
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“Extreme heat will significantly increase the potential for heat-related illness, especially for those who work or participate in outdoor activities,” the NWS warned.
The weather service advised community members to stay indoors and seek air-conditioned buildings. People should also drink plenty of water and avoid dehydrating alcoholic, sugary or caffeinated drinks; wear light, light-colored clothes; eat smaller but more frequent meals; and take care of those who may be particularly vulnerable to heat, including children and the elderly.
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“Be aware of the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heatstroke,” the NWS advises.
Wednesday Sunny, with a high near 80. West wind around 5 mph.
Wednesday night from 11:00 p.m. Otherwise, mostly clear, minimum around 72. West wind will decrease to around 5 mph in the afternoon.
Thursday Partly cloudy before 8am. Otherwise, mostly sunny, with a high near 80. In the afternoon, the wind will be light and variable from the northwest 5 to 10 mph.
Thursday night Partly cloudy, with a low around 75. Northwest wind 5 to 10 mph becoming southeast after midnight.
Friday A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms after 11:00 AM Sunny, with a low around 91. Wind, east wind 15-25 mph, increasing to 25-35 mph in the afternoon. Winds may gust up to 40 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
Friday Night A chance of rain and thunderstorms; then a shower and possibly a thunderstorm after 11pm. Umbrellas, approximately 74 around. Chance of precipitation is 60%.
Saturday Storms possible and possible thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 76. Chance of precipitation is 70%.
Saturday Night A chance of rain and thunderstorms, mainly before 11 PM. Umbrellas, approximately 72 around.
Sunday There will be rain and thunderstorms, mainly after 11:00. Partly sunny, with a high near 75.
Sunday Night A slight chance of rain and thunderstorms before 11 PM. Umbrellas, approximately 72 around.
