Another Sweltering Heat Wave Coming To Banning, Beaumont

BANNING, CA — The mercury will soar throughout Riverside County later this week as a heat wave grips the region, with several days of triple-digit temperatures in the forecast.

The National Weather Service issued a heat advisory for the entire Inland Empire, taking effect at noon Thursday and continuing until 10 p.m. Sunday.

"Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside," the NWS said in a statement. "When possible, reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke."

Officials are also reminding residents to never leave children or pets inside vehicles.

Temperatures are expected to hover around 100 degrees in the Riverside metropolitan area through the weekend, while the Coachella Valley, San Gorgonio Pass and desert locations farther east are likely to experience highs in the mid-110s, according to meteorologists.

A ridge of high pressure anchored east of Nevada will instigate the hot, dry conditions, forecasters said.

"There is a chance of low desert locations reaching or exceeding 120 degrees," according to the NWS statement. "The high weakens slightly on Monday. While there will be a gradual cooling trend (next week), high temperatures inland will remain above normal."

Forecasters said there is a chance of upper-level instability fueling thunderstorms next week, but it's a remote possibility.

The county last month opened cooling centers in multiple locations, where residents without air-conditioning are able to take a break during daylight hours. A complete list is available at www.capriverside.org/cool-centers.

—City News Service