Event Brief
Aug 25, 2026 at 1:00 PM ET
Heat wave to roast Los Angeles through Friday
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An extreme heat wave is gripping the Los Angeles region, pushing temperatures in Santa Monica well above normal. The National Weather Service issued an Extreme Heat warning as the ocean breeze that typically cools the beach city provides little relief this week.
WHO: National Weather Service
WHAT: Extreme heat warning as temperatures in Santa Monica run well above normal during a regional heat wave
WHEN: Reported Aug 25, 2026 at 12:32 PM ET
WHERE: Santa Monica, Los Angeles County, California
WHY: The National Weather Service says an extreme heat wave is driving temperatures well above normal, and the usual ocean breeze is providing little protection this week.
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