Event Brief
Heat wave persists with triple-digit temperatures
Filed: Aug 02, 2026 at 5:00 PM ET
Summary: Southern California saw triple-digit heat, poor air quality, and heat alerts expected to continue through the weekend.
WHO: Residents across Southern California; local officials and meteorologists
WHAT: A dangerous heat wave with triple-digit temperatures and poor air quality
WHEN: Aug 02, 2026 at 3:03 PM ET
WHERE: Southern California
WHY: Cause not yet established.
ℹ️ This event is analyzed using pattern arcs, velocity indicators, and source analysis in our MI Console.
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