Hottest day of the week – Excessive Heat Warning continues through Thursday

The heat is on, and we are all feeling it! Palm Springs has reached 114° this afternoon, almost 10° above the seasonal average.

The Excessive Heat Warning in effect for the Coachella Valley will remain in place until Thursday evening. Temperatures will be cooler the next two days but only as humidity begins to climb around the desert.

Smoke advisories are in place for both the Radford and Fairview fires. Read the full advisories here.

Hurricane Kay is a Category 1 storm with sustained winds of 90MPH. Kay is expected to strengthen through Wednesday before weakening ahead of its track west. Read the latest advisory here.

The First Alert Weather Team will be tracking Kay's path closely as rain is likely in Riverside County Friday into Saturday. Be sure to check back daily for updates.

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You'll stay up-to-date with the latest weather videos. In addition, be able to monitor the changing conditions from wherever you are!