National Weather Service warning covers LA County beaches through Oct. 8, 2026
The National Weather Service’s extreme heat warning covers Los Angeles County beaches through Thursday, Oct. 8, 2026. County health officials advise people to stay cool and hydrated.
The National Weather Service issued an extreme heat warning covering Los Angeles County beaches from Friday, Oct. 2, through Thursday, Oct. 8, 2026. The warning describes dangerously hot weather with a high risk of heat-related illness for everyone.
Why it matters: The National Weather Service warning describes dangerously hot weather and a high risk of heat-related illness for everyone.
Los Angeles County health officials advise drinking water throughout the day, even without thirst. Avoid the hottest hours when outside. Check people and pets at higher risk, including older adults, children, pregnant people, people with chronic conditions, those who live alone, outdoor workers, athletes and anyone without air conditioning.
Never leave a child or pet in a vehicle, even briefly. Call 911 if you see one alone in a vehicle. Residents can check neighborhood conditions on the National Weather Service HeatRisk map.
Go to an air-conditioned space if you cannot cool your home. Call 211 for help finding one. Call 911 for confusion, fainting, hot red skin, a temperature of at least 103°F, a fast and strong pulse, headache, dizziness or nausea.
What’s next: The extreme heat warning runs through Thursday, Oct. 8, 2026.
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Key facts
- Warning
- Extreme Heat Warning
- Dates
- Friday, Oct. 2–Thursday, Oct. 8, 2026
- Area
- Los Angeles County beaches
- Cool-space help
- Call 211
Sources used
- LA County Public HealthOfficial page for “LA County Public Health” (opens in a new tab)
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