The National Weather Service has issued an Extreme Heat Warning for the San Diego County Coastal Areas, effective until 8:00 PM PDT on Thursday, October 8. Temperatures are expected to reach the low to mid 90s.
The National Weather Service office in San Diego, California, issued the high-severity alert at 9:21 PM PDT on Wednesday, October 7. The affected geographic region includes coastal portions of San Diego County, where dangerously hot conditions are expected.
According to weather officials, maximum temperatures during the event will range from the low to mid 90s. The NWS cautions that extreme heat events lead to a significant increase in heat-related illnesses.
The warning remains active through Thursday evening, concluding at 8:00 PM PDT. Members of the public in coastal areas are advised to limit strenuous activity and take steps to protect themselves from high ambient temperatures.