Extreme heat warnings issued for parts of southern California
Temperatures in US state forecast to hit high 30s celsius this week, while regions in Indonesia grapple with wildfires The National Weather Service in the US has issued extreme heat warnings for parts of southern California, including Los Angeles, until Thursday, as temperatures are expected to hit the high 30s celsius. Burbank, a suburb north of Los Angeles, recorded 39C on Saturday, a few…
Temperatures in southern California are forecast to soar this week, with the National Weather Service issuing extreme heat warnings for regions including Los Angeles. Burbank, a suburb north of the city, recorded a temperature of 39C on Saturday, just a few degrees shy of the region's October record set in 1987. A high-pressure system will persist, causing hazardous heat and heightened fire risk throughout the week.
Meanwhile, Indonesia is grappling with an intense wildfire season, particularly in Western Kalimantan (Borneo) and southern Sumatra. The lack of rainfall has dried the region's tropical soils, allowing fires to spread rapidly, both above and below the ground. Indonesia's soils are exceptionally rich in peat, resulting in smoke from the fires containing higher concentrations of toxic gases like sulphur dioxide and carbon monoxide.
Consequently, cities in nearby regions, and even as far as Malaysia and Singapore, have experienced reduced air quality due to the smoke. Drought and wildfires are more prevalent in this area during El Niño events, which suppress thunderstorm activity.
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