Event Brief
August heat spikes Southern California temperatures
By The BriefBrief · Sources (2)
Filed: Aug 26, 2026 at 1:00 PM ET
Summary: Southern California is entering the hottest stretch of its prolonged August warmup Wednesday, with temperatures climbing as much as 20 degrees above average. KTLA meteorologist Henry DiCarlo said Wednesday and Thursday are expected to be the two hottest days, with some communities potentially reaching 112 degrees.
WHO: KTLA meteorologist Henry DiCarlo
WHAT: A major heat wave is expected to push temperatures up to 20 degrees above average, with some areas possibly reaching 112 degrees.
WHEN: Aug 26, 2026
WHERE: Southern California
WHY: Cause not yet established.
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