Extreme Heat Warning Issued for Portions of Southern California
The National Weather Service has issued an Extreme Heat Warning for the Coachella Valley, San Diego County Deserts, and the San Gorgonio Pass near Banning. The warning is active from 10:00 AM PDT on Wednesday, September 9, until 8:00 PM PDT on Friday, September 11, 2026.
According to the National Weather Service in San Diego, dangerously hot conditions are expected across the warned regions, with temperatures forecast to reach up to 109 degrees.
The alert was issued on September 8 at 3:10 AM PDT ahead of the multi-day heat event. The affected areas include the Coachella Valley, the San Diego County Deserts, and the San Gorgonio Pass near Banning.
Officials warn that heat-related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events of this nature. Residents and visitors in these locations are urged to take safety precautions to mitigate the risks associated with the high temperatures.