Extreme heat warnings have been issued for parts of southern California, with temperatures expected to reach the high 30s celsius this week. Meanwhile, Indonesia faces an extreme wildfire season, with Western Kalimantan and southern Sumatra particularly affected.
The National Weather Service has issued extreme heat warnings for parts of southern California, including Los Angeles, until Thursday. Burbank, a suburb north of Los Angeles, recorded 39C on Saturday, close to the October record set in 1987. A persistent high-pressure system is expected to continue through the week, increasing fire risk and maintaining hazardous weather conditions.
Indonesia is experiencing an extreme wildfire season, with Western Kalimantan and southern Sumatra heavily impacted. Drought conditions have dried tropical soils, allowing fires to spread rapidly. Peat-rich soils in the region are producing smoke with high levels of toxic gases, affecting air quality in nearby cities, including Malaysia and Singapore.
Why it matters
The heat could strain power grids and increase health risks for vulnerable populations.
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What to watch
Watch for the National Weather Service to update heat warnings as conditions evolve.
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