It’s Going to Get Hotter: Watch Out for Your Neighbors

A City official called on local residents to remain vigilant as one of the most dangerous heat waves in years continues to scorch the region.

The heat wave is expected to reach 99 degrees on Wednesday and climb as high as 106 degrees on Thursday and remain above 100 degrees until Tuesday.

“During this extreme heat it’s vital everyone looks out for their neighbors who may have pre-existing medical conditions, no air conditioning or other issues. Never hesitate calling 911 if there are any doubts on someone’s well-being because a minor health related issue can quickly escalate if not treated promptly. Additionally, leave bottled water for your mail carrier, delivery person, police/fire or maintenance personnel, etc. because these small gestures go a long way. With school-age kids make sure they exercise indoors or earlier in the day and we can’t forget our furry friends who need extra water and shade.

The City has a designated cooling center open in addition to libraries and recreation centers.

The Jackie Robinson Community Center is the designated cooling center. It is located at 1020 North Fair Oaks Avenue.

The National Weather Service has issued an Excessive Heat Warning for Los Angeles County and surrounding regions, in effect through 8 p.m. Friday.

Nearby areas could reach highs above 110 degrees.

The South Coast Air Quality Management District (AQMD) has cautioned residents that elevated ozone levels could lead to poor air quality.

The result could impact the San Gabriel Valley, the Santa Clarita Valley, and San Bernardino Valley.

“The Air Quality Index (AQI) is predicted to reach Unhealthy or higher in several regions, which could pose serious health risks, especially for sensitive groups like children, the elderly, and those with respiratory conditions,” the AQMD said in a bulletin. “We advise residents to check air quality levels regularly and limit outdoor activities as necessary.”

Here is the latest forecast for Pasadena from the National Weather Service as of 3:18 a.m. Thursday morning:

Today: Sunny and hot, with a high near 105 degrees. Northeast wind around 5 mph becoming south-southwest in the morning.

Tonight: Clear, with a low around 72 degrees. Northwest wind 5 to 10 mph becoming northeast in the evening.

Friday: Sunny and hot, with a high near 107 degrees. North-northeast wind around 5 mph becoming southwest in the afternoon.

Friday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 66 degrees. Calm wind becoming northeast around 5 mph.

Saturday: Sunny and hot, with a high near 102 degrees. Calm wind becoming southwest around 5 mph.

Saturday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 72 degrees.

Sunday: Sunny and hot, with a high near 102 degrees.

Sunday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 70 degrees.

Monday: Sunny and hot, with a high near 102 degrees.

Monday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 68 degrees.

Tuesday: Sunny and hot, with a high near 98 degrees.

Tuesday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 66 degrees.

Wednesday: Sunny, with a high near 94 degrees.