LOS ANGELES, May 9 (Xinhua) -- Southern California is bracing for a rare heat wave this weekend, with the U.S. National Weather Service (NWS) forecasting the highest temperatures of the year from Friday through Sunday.
A heat advisory has been issued for large parts of the region, including the Los Angeles and Ventura County valleys, the Santa Monica Mountains, and the southern Salinas Valley.
Beginning Friday, daytime high temperatures are expected to soar above 100 degrees Fahrenheit (38 degrees Celsius) in many areas, according to the latest forecasts.
The NWS has urged residents to take precautions, including limiting outdoor activities, staying hydrated, and never leaving children or pets in parked vehicles.
