Redlands could see near-record highs this week as a heat wave pushes temperatures into the upper 90s and low 100s.
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Redlands could see near-record highs this week as a heat wave pushes temperatures into the upper 90s and low 100s.
This story will be updated as new forecasts and temperature records become available.
REDLANDS, Calif. — A prolonged early-season heat wave is expected to push temperatures in Redlands into the upper 90s and low 100s this week, with forecasters warning of record-breaking heat across the Inland Empire.
The National Weather Service has issued a heat advisory through 8 p.m. Friday, forecasting highs between the upper 90s and 102 degrees in the San Bernardino and Riverside County valleys, including Redlands.
Forecast maps show temperatures nearing 100 degrees across the Inland Empire by Thursday, with the most intense heat concentrated inland.
In nearby Riverside, where official climate records are tracked, daily high temperature records for March 17 and 18 are 92 and 93 degrees, respectively. Those levels are likely to be exceeded early in the week.
Records for March 19 and 20 climb to 98 and 97 degrees, which could also be challenged as the heat persists.
Temperatures are expected to run roughly 20 to 30 degrees above normal for mid-March, when average highs are typically in the 70s.
Forecasters said the duration of the heat wave increases the risk of heat-related illness, particularly as residents have not yet acclimated to summer-like conditions. Overnight lows in the 60s are expected to provide limited relief.
The advisory urges residents to stay hydrated, avoid prolonged sun exposure and check on vulnerable neighbors. Officials also warned never to leave children or pets in unattended vehicles, where temperatures can become deadly within minutes.
The city of Redlands designates the Joslyn Senior Center and the Joe R. Gonzales Community Center as cooling centers during hot weather. At least one of the facilities is typically open during the hottest part of the day, officials said.
The Gonzales Community Center (111 W Lugonia Ave, Redlands, CA 92374)
Monday, Wednesday and Thursday: 2-9 p.m.
Tuesday: 1-9 p.m.
Friday: 2-7:30 p.m.
Saturday: 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
The Joslyn Senior Center (21 Grant St, Redlands, CA 92373)
Tuesday - Friday: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Both locations provide air-conditioned space, activities and access to bottled water or refill stations. The centers are closed on Sundays and holidays.
The National Weather Service warned that “daily max temperature records will likely be broken for many locations” as temperatures climb into the upper 90s and low 100s across the Inland Empire this week.
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