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Sherman Oaks Excessive Heat Warning To Expire Friday Night
Temperatures will likely continue to hover above 90 degrees this weekend.
SAN FERNANDO VALLEY, CA —The oppressive heat wave that has plagued San Fernando Valley and most of Los Angeles is finally tapering off. The excessive heat warning throughout the Valley that was initially put in place last week is set to expire at 10 p.m. Friday night.
Temperatures are still expected to hover above 90 degrees over the weekend. No additional flex alerts were expected to be put in place for Friday.
``There is an increased risk for heat related illnesses for most, but especially to sensitive populations like the very young, the very old, those without air conditioning, and outdoor workers,'' the NWS warned on its website.
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Cooling centers throughout Los Angeles will remain open until 8 p.m. for residents in need of a break from the heat.
Sherman Oaks is expected to see a high of 98 degrees Friday, 93 on Saturday and 93 on Sunday.
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City News Service and Kenan Draughorne contributed to this report.
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