Extreme Heat Warning Issued for San Diego County Coastal Areas
An Extreme Heat Warning has been issued for the San Diego County Coastal Areas, bringing dangerously hot conditions expected to last until Thursday evening.
The National Weather Service in San Diego, California, issued the Extreme Heat Warning on October 4 at 11:32 AM PDT. The warning remains in effect until October 8 at 8:00 PM PDT.
Dangerously hot conditions are expected throughout the affected region. High temperatures will range from the mid 80s to mid 90s at the beaches, and reach the mid 90s to low 100s for the mesas. Nighttime conditions will also remain very warm, with low temperatures mostly in the 70s.
Impacts from the weather event include a significant increase in heat-related illnesses. Additionally, strong winds in the area can make driving difficult, particularly for high-profile vehicles.