115°F Scorcher in SoCal! Record Heat and Fog Wreak Havoc This Week

Southern California braces for major heat risks inland and dense fog along the coast, as temperatures soar up to 115°F and visibility drops to near zero.

Excessive Heat Warnings and Dense Fog Expected Across Southern California

SAN DIEGO — Issued by the National Weather Service at 8:28 PM PDT on September 30, 2024.

Inland Areas Face Major HeatRisk While Coastal Fog Reduces Visibility

As Southern California enters a prolonged heat wave, the National Weather Service has issued Excessive Heat Warnings for the Coachella Valley and San Diego County Deserts starting Tuesday and continuing through Thursday. Meanwhile, dense fog along the coast threatens to reduce visibility to less than 1/4 mile, particularly during the early mornings.

Inland areas, especially the low deserts, are forecast to see temperatures soar to 115°F, with major to extreme HeatRisk across valleys and mountain regions. Coastal residents, while escaping the worst of the heat, will face dense fog and potential travel hazards due to low visibility during the overnight and early morning hours.

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