Extreme Heat Warning Issued for Coachella Valley and Desert Regions Through August 28
The National Weather Service in San Diego has issued an Extreme Heat Warning for the Coachella Valley, San Diego County Deserts, and the San Gorgonio Pass near Banning, with temperatures expected to reach 113 degrees.
The National Weather Service (NWS) San Diego CA office issued the warning on August 24 at 1:10 AM PDT. The alert remains in effect until August 28 at 8:00 PM PDT, impacting inland and desert areas across Southern California.
During this period, weather conditions are expected to be dangerously hot. Forecasted high temperatures will rise up to 113 degrees across the Coachella Valley, the San Diego County Deserts, and the San Gorgonio Pass near Banning.
According to the NWS, extreme heat events significantly increase the likelihood of heat-related illnesses. Members of the public in affected areas are encouraged to limit exposure to extreme outdoor temperatures while the warning is active.