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PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ) – With summer heat on full blast, many valley residents are looking to the pool to cool off. But as the desert sun heats up pool water – and hot overnight lows keep that water from cooling down when the sun has set – a refreshing dip can feel more like a sauna.
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We go from bake to broil in our First Alert Forecast, with temps rising to levels we’ve not seen yet this year! An Extreme Heat Warning goes back into effect on Thursday, and will last through Sunday evening (if it’s not extended). Highs today will be in the lower one-teens, and we’ll repeat that tomorrow.
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Highs continue to climb, we hit 115 yesterday and expect hotter conditions today. High pressure remains in place, and shows no signs of weakening. In addition to the Extreme Heat Warning, we continue to see some monsoon flow, exacerbating the hot conditions. The Extreme Heat Warning is in place through 8 p.m. Monday. Highs show
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COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) – As triple-digit temperatures continue across the Coachella Valley, many drivers are turning to window tinting to help keep their vehicles cooler and protect against the sun’s UV rays. California law regulates how dark window tint can be, particularly on front side windows. Local window tint installers say business tends to
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Highs topped at 111 yesterday, and will go up from there through the weekend. Today expect highs to hit 114. The Extreme Heat Warning remains in place through Monday. We’re continuing to monitor monsoonal moisture, which will remain fairly high through Friday, but dry out a bit into Saturday. An Air Quality Alert for elevated
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LA QUINTA, Calif. (KESQ) – The Coachella Valley is set to see another round of extreme heat through the weekend and into next week. With temperatures above 110°F for an extended period and highs that could peak up to 118°F, Imperial Irrigation District (IID) is forecasting added strain on its electrical grid. As local residents
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Highs climb into the one-teens, and will remain well above average through the weekend. An Extreme Heat Warning will remain in effect through Monday evening. High pressure will dominate the forecast into early next week, so be sure to stay hydrated and do everything you can to prevent heat-related illnesses. Highs will finally drop back
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COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) – As temperatures continue to climb across the Coachella Valley, many residents are finding it harder to get a good night’s sleep. Health experts say hot weather can make it more difficult for the body to cool down, making it harder to fall asleep and stay asleep. Poor sleep over time
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Today may be the mildest day of the week, with highs close to seasonal norms. High pressure building in will bringing a lengthy heatwave that will last well into next week. Dew points will also be on the rise through the end of the week. There will be a slight chance of scattered thunderstorms in
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Ah, summertime: longer days, warmer nights, vacations and more time soaking up the sun. For many, it’s an absolute dream, especially after months of gray days and freezing temps. But the reality is that the same things you love most about summer can have a not-so-great impact on your health if you don’t plan
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PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ)- Employers in the valley must provide fresh water, shade, and rest breaks during extreme heat. The law in California requires employers to put shade in place when temperatures pass 80°F. Workers can request rest breaks in the shade at any time to cool down. Employers must check workers for signs of
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COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) – As temperatures climb across the Coachella Valley, a local pediatrician is reminding families to take extra precautions when children are playing outside. Dr. Rebecca Ward with Desert Care Network’s Family Medicine Center says playground equipment can heat up quickly in the desert sun, increasing the risk of burns, dehydration, and
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An Extreme Heat Warning remains in effect through tomorrow at 8 p.m., but even Friday will remain much hotter than normal. Highs today are likely to be 6 degrees above seasonal norms. High pressure is the driving force behind the heatwave. Be sure you’re following those heat safety protocols and keeping yourself and your family
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THOUSAND PALMS, Calif. (KESQ) — Temperatures are on the rise as summer is in full swing. This means vehicle awareness in the heat is more important than ever as temps inside cars can climb by 20 degrees or more in 10 minutes, according to the National Weather Service. Not only can these temperatures become dangerous,
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Temps on the rise through Thursday as an Extreme Heat Warning goes into effect from 10 this morning until 8 o’clock Thursday evening. Highs are expected to hit 112 today, and peak on Thursday before dropping back closer to normal. Please be sure to take the heat seriously, and take all of our usual heat
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PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ)- As temperatures rise across the Coachella Valley, more families are heading to pools, lakes, and beaches. At the Palm Desert Aquatic Center, swim lessons begin as early as just six months old and continue all the way through teen years. Palm Desert Aquatic Center offers financial assistance options, including YMCA based
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Highs will climb all the way to 115 this week, for the hottest temps we’ve seen all year. Those highs hit later this week, today we’re looking at 110. High pressure will have a lock hold on the Western U.S. through the week, pushing those temps significantly. An Extreme Heat Warning goes into effect tomorrow
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – As summer temperatures settle into the Coachella Valley, Palm Springs leaders are taking steps to better protect people experiencing homelessness. City council members this week voted to expand hours at the Access Center, allowing unhoused residents to escape dangerous overnight heat. The proposal would extend operations into the night at
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) — Hiking is a prominent activity in the Coachella Valley, with people walking trails year round. However, during the summer months things can quickly become dangerous if you are not correctly prepared. The Palm Springs Fire Department rescues people off trails year round, but these numbers spike during hotter times of
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Highs will start to climb more significantly today through Sunday, climbing to 110 by the weekend. The Western U.S. is dotted with Red Flag Warnings and Heat Advisories. Highs today on the Valley floor will hit 107, hottest of the week (so far). Lighter breezes are expected into this afternoon. Temps jump up to 110
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