A sweltering heat wave will blanket Southern California through the middle of the week, elevating fire danger and likely breaking many heat records, according to forecasters. The National Weather Service on Monday issued an excessive-heat warning through Wednesday, saying the high temperatures will create “a dangerous situation” this week. The National Weather Service is forecasting highs of 108 in Fresno and 109 in Bakersfield. The National Weather Service said hot and dry conditions this week will elevate fire danger in Southern California for early this week. Cooling centers in Los Angeles will be open from noon to 11 p.m. Others run by Los Angeles County will open earlier.

Source: Los Angeles Times August 28, 2017 16:58 UTC