Event Brief
UPDATED Aug 26, 2026 at 10:00 AM ET
Aug 25, 2026 at 12:00 AM ET
Hottest heat wave so far forecast for LA region
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The National Weather Service has issued Extreme Heat Warnings for much of the Los Angeles region from Tuesday morning through Friday evening, with downtown Los Angeles near 100°F and inland valleys up to 112°F. Red Flag Warnings are also in effect for interior mountains and foothills, where gusty winds and low humidity could rapidly spread fires.
WHO: National Weather Service
WHAT: Extreme heat warnings and red flag warnings issued for the Los Angeles region, with forecast highs up to 112°F and elevated wildfire risk in higher elevations.
WHEN: Reported Aug 24, 2026
WHERE: Los Angeles, CA
WHY: Gusty winds and low humidity at higher elevations raise the risk that fires could spark and spread quickly.
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