Scorching Heatwave Sweeps Across the Nation, Puts Millions on Alert
TL;DR
The National Weather Service has issued an Excessive Heat Watch for the interior Bay Area and Central Coast, with temperatures expected to rise higher than initially forecast. Inland highs could reach up to 110 degrees by Saturday, posing a moderate to major heat risk. The dry heat also increases the danger of fires inland. Cooler temperatures are expected on Monday, but relief can be found on the coast with temperatures in the mid-60s to low-70s.
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- Excessive heat watch: Bay Area temps to get hotter than initially forecast CBS San Francisco
- Heat wave puts nearly 90 million under alerts from Florida to California Axios
- Heat wave blankets the Southland, heightens wildfire risks KTLA 5
- California Is in for a Long, Scalding Hot Week Gizmodo
- Expect temps in the 100s throughout the week in Kern County KGET 17
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