Southern California is experiencing an intense heatwave, with temperatures exceeding 100 degrees in several areas. The National Weather Service predicts continued high temperatures through the week, potentially hitting 117 degrees in Palm Springs again. Health risks such as heat exhaustion are a concern, particularly for vulnerable populations. The dry conditions also raise alarms for heightened fire risks in multiple regions. Forecasters advise residents to stay hydrated and limit outdoor activities as they monitor the situation closely.
"That was the hottest temperature of the year by a good margin" for Palm Springs, said Sebastian Westerink, a National Weather Service meteorologist in San Diego.
"It's going to be pretty warm all week," said Mike Wofford, a National Weather Service meteorologist in Oxnard. "It's well above normal."
"It's very dry and pretty hot out there, so we definitely have some concerns that any new fire starts could have a pretty fast growth," Munroe said.
Forecasters say thermometers could climb to similar highs again in the coming days.
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