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Record high temperatures as southern California swelters under heatwave

Several cities shatter temperatures for time of year as extreme heat warnings in place along California coast An unprecedented heatwave has gripped southern California, boosting temperatures 15 to 20 degrees above normal for autumn. Monday was a notably sweltering day for several cities. Continue reading...

Uwa Ede-Osifo in Los Angeles · Tue, Oct 6, 2026, 3:38 PM
California | The Guardian

Record high temperatures as southern California swelters under heatwave

Several cities shatter temperatures for time of year as extreme heat warnings in place along California coast

An unprecedented heatwave has gripped southern California, boosting temperatures 15 to 20 degrees above normal for autumn.

Monday was a notably sweltering day for several cities.

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