SAN DIEGO (FOX 5/KUSI) — The National Weather Service issued a pair of safety alerts on Wednesday due to the prolonged heat wave striking San Diego County.
An Extreme Heat Warning was issued for San Diego County deserts as temperatures are expected to reach 104 to 112 degrees in desert communities. High temperatures of up to 114 degrees could be expected on Thursday and Friday.
The warning is in effect until 8 p.m. Saturday.
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A Heat Advisory was also issued on Wednesday for the San Diego County Mountain areas. Temperatures are expected to be in the lower to mid-90s for areas below 4,500 feet. In mountain areas from 4,500 to 6,500 feet, the forecast is expected in the 80s. The advisory remains in effect until 8 p.m. Friday…