Slight relief from Southern California’s latest heat wave expected next week

Southern California residents can expect to see some relief from the ongoing heat wave soon.

Communities throughout the Los Angeles region, such as Burbank and Pasadena, saw triple-digit temperatures this week.

Downtown L.A. and coastal communities like Long Beach also dealt with the heat, with temperatures reaching the mid to high 90s.

Still, some relief is coming, with meteorologists predicting that cooler temperatures will begin on Tuesday.

“After we get through this weekend, temperatures are expected to normalize a little bit,” KTLA’s weather anchor Kirk Hawkins said. “We will see temperatures still above normal by the time we get to Thursday.”

By Tuesday, temperatures in Orange County, San Fernando Valley and other areas are expected to drop from the triple-digit range to the mid to high 90s.

Temperatures over the weekend are expected to drop only 2 to 3 degrees.

Whether you live in a desert community or closer to the beach, local officials urge residents to take precautions to stay safe as the heat wave continues.

Here’s what you need to know:

• Stay hydrated, wear loose-fitted, light-colored clothes and hats.
• Avoid exercising outdoors when it is too hot.
• Stay cool by staying in the shade outside, setting air conditioners between 75 and 80 degrees and closing windows, shades and blinds when inside.
• If those options aren’t feasible, people can visit nearby cooling centers. A list of ones across California can be found here .
• Drink at least 2 cups of water every hour, even if you’re not feeling thirsty.
• Check-in on friends and family, especially elderly relatives or neighbors. Call 911 in case of a high fever or other emergencies.
• Eat plenty of fruit and vegetables, especially those with high water content.
• Wear sunscreen and avoid too much sun time.
• Bring pets inside and make sure they have fresh water.
• Avoid alcohol, caffeine and hot drinks.
• Take cold showers.
• Check-in on vulnerable populations, like the elderly, people with severe or long-term illnesses and people who live on their own.

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