LA County braces for heat wave hitting SoCal this weekend
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People across Los Angeles County have been dealing with a heat wave the past few days — one that will continue into the weekend.
The heat wave is expected to bring triple-digit temperatures to some parts of the region. Highs of 95-105 degrees are anticipated for areas away from the coast, and 70-80 degrees along the beaches, according to the National Weather Service.
In Downtown Los Angeles, Friday will reach a high of 85 degrees, and the weekend will reach a high of 83 degrees.
A wingsurfer escapes the heat at Cabrillo Beach in San Pedro on Thursday, July 10, 2025. (Photo by Drew A. Kelley, Press-Telegram/SCNG)
Children play in the sand while escaping the heat at Cabrillo Beach in San Pedro on Thursday, July 10, 2025. (Photo by Drew A. Kelley, Press-Telegram/SCNG)
A wingsurfer loses his balance while escaping the heat at Cabrillo Beach in San Pedro on Thursday, July 10, 2025. (Photo by Drew A. Kelley, Press-Telegram/SCNG)
A kayaker and wingsurfer escapes the heat at Cabrillo Beach in San Pedro on Thursday, July 10, 2025. (Photo by Drew A. Kelley, Press-Telegram/SCNG)
Beachgoers escape the heat at Cabrillo Beach in San Pedro on Thursday, July 10, 2025. (Photo by Drew A. Kelley, Press-Telegram/SCNG)
A wingsurfer loses his balance while escaping the heat at Cabrillo Beach in San Pedro on Thursday, July 10, 2025. (Photo by Drew A. Kelley, Press-Telegram/SCNG)
A wingsurfer escapes the heat at Cabrillo Beach in San Pedro on Thursday, July 10, 2025. (Photo by Drew A. Kelley, Press-Telegram/SCNG)
Children play in the sand while escaping the heat at Cabrillo Beach in San Pedro on Thursday, July 10, 2025. (Photo by Drew A. Kelley, Press-Telegram/SCNG)
A kayaker and wingsurfer escapes the heat at Cabrillo Beach in San Pedro on Thursday, July 10, 2025. (Photo by Drew A. Kelley, Press-Telegram/SCNG)
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A wingsurfer escapes the heat at Cabrillo Beach in San Pedro on Thursday, July 10, 2025. (Photo by Drew A. Kelley, Press-Telegram/SCNG)
Beach cities, such as Long Beach, will reach a high of 76 degrees on Friday and 75 degrees over the weekend.
It is recommended that people stay hydrated, take frequent breaks in air conditioning or shade, as well as shift outdoor activities away from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
For information about cooling centers operated by Los Angeles County, visit LAcounty.gov/heat.
