Southern California Faces Midwinter Heat Wave Amid National Cold Snap
• Southern California is experiencing a midwinter heat wave with temperatures up to 20 degrees above average.
• The National Weather Service forecasts temperatures may reach 90°F (32°C) in inland areas of Los Angeles and Ventura counties.
• The heat wave contrasts sharply with frigid conditions in the rest of the U.S., raising concerns about heat-related illnesses and wildfires.
Unusual warmth hits Southern California in midwinter
Southern California is currently experiencing an unusual midwinter heat wave, with temperatures soaring well above normal for this time of year. According to reports from the Los Angeles Times, a strong high-pressure ridge has settled over the region, causing temperatures to climb as much as 20 degrees above average. This phenomenon is affecting a wide area, from the San Francisco Bay Area down through the Pacific Northwest.
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