Due to elevated fire risk, through Thursday, additional firefighting equipment will be staged in the Santa Clarita Valley in the event a brush fire erupts during the current heat wave. Through Thursday, temperatures are expected to climb into the triple digits in the Santa Clarita Valley, bringing  elevated fire risks to the area. As a precaution, the Los Angeles County ...

A humid heat wave is settling into the Santa Clarita Valley this week, bringing temperatures in the low to mid-90s and an unusual amount of moisture to the area. Forecasters with the National Weather Service say the three-day warmup is expected to last from Tuesday through Thursday. While temperatures aren’t expected to reach extreme levels, the added humidity could make ...

With the fast approaching summer heat, it is important to take caution while walking your furry friends in the Santa Clarita Valley. Heat stroke is a very serious condition that requires immediate attention, especially for pets that are at higher risk for overheating. The summer heat should be a reminder for pet owners to learn how to identify signs of ...

To help the public prepare for the need to conserve energy, the California Independent System Operator (ISO) is issuing this heat bulletin in anticipation of persistent above-normal temperatures and increased electricity demand in much of California and the West today and Thursday, July 11. After a slight brief reprieve from historic extreme heat that has impacted much of the state ...

With an excessive heat warning in effect this week, the City of Santa Clarita strongly urges residents to prioritize heat safety and preparedness during the Fourth of July Parade and the holiday weekend. Residents planning to attend the parade are encouraged to stay hydrated by bringing extra water. Wear lightweight, light-colored and loose-fitting clothing, and bring sunscreen to reapply throughout ...

Triple-digit temperatures are expected in Santa Clarita this holiday week, as an excessive heat watch has been issued over the Fourth of July. An excessive heat watch has been issued for the Santa Clarita Valley and surrounding areas from Thursday through late Sunday as the first true heatwave of summer strikes SoCal, according to officials from the National Weather Service ...

The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health reminds everyone to take precautions to avoid heat-related illness this Independence Day weekend as temperatures are expected to flirt with triple digits. The National Weather Service predicts hot and dry weather with elevated fire weather conditions across the desert, lower mountains and interior valleys. Daytime high temperatures are expected to shoot upwards ...

Southern California has experienced a heat wave throughout July, and warm temperatures are expected to continue to affect Santa Clarita with high 90 and triple digit heat through the end of the week.  According to the Los Angeles National Weather Service (NWS), heat is still on the mind of residents in SoCal, including those in Santa Clarita.  “Away from the ...

This week, officials with Southern California Edison (SCE) gave Santa Clarita residents tips and information on how to deal with climbing temperatures this summer. “As temperatures rise, it’s important to take precautions ahead of time to be prepared for eventual heat waves, including making a safety preparedness plan,” said David Song, SCE public information officer. “Make sure you know where ...

“Unseasonably warm” temperatures in Santa Clarita are expected to continue through the weekend as a heatwave supplants usual winter weather. The National Weather Service (NWS) Los Angeles warned temperatures would be 15 to 20 degrees warmer than usual for this season from Wednesday through Sunday, potentially leading to heat-related conditions. “This is unseasonably hot, so many people will not be ...