Extreme Heat Advisory for Hawthorne Extended
Key Questions
How long will the heat advisory last in Hawthorne?
The heat advisory for Hawthorne has been extended through July 27, 2026, with an Extreme Heat Watch remaining in effect. A heat dome is expected to bring temperatures in the 90s to the LA Basin. Residents are advised to take precautions to avoid heat-related illness.
What impacts is tropical storm Elida expected to have on California?
Elida, a rare tropical storm near California, may bring high surf, increased shower chances, and sundowner winds that raise fire risk. A High Surf Advisory is still active. These conditions coincide with the ongoing extreme heat and dry lightning threats.
Are there any utility or workplace protections during the heat wave?
Utility shutoff restrictions remain in place with a threshold of 90°F. Cal/OSHA guidance on heat illness prevention continues to apply for workers. The combination of heat and wildfire risks from dry lightning adds urgency to these measures.
Heat advisory extended through July 27, 2026, with a new severe weather warning covering through Aug 2 with temps up to 105°F. A rare tropical storm (Elida) near California brings potential high surf, increased shower chances, and sundowner winds raising fire risk. High Surf Advisory remains. A new heat dome article adds that the LA Basin will hit 90s and dry lightning increases wildfire risk. Residents should take precautions against heat-related illness. Cal/OSHA guidance and utility shutoff restrictions (threshold 90°F) remain relevant.