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Extreme heat warnings issued for parts of southern California

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Public Discourse · Bluesky · this story as of 14m ago
102 distinct posts / 48h, matching California 131
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18m ago How California is bracing for a winter of floods, fires and extreme storms all at once #Wildfires #Drought #Storms #Rain #Snow #Mudslides #FEMA #California #CalFire #LosAngeles #SanFrancisco #Nort… -6.0
1h ago Tropical storm Rachel took unusual turn toward Baja California, putting Southern California on alert for tropical weather this weekend. Rachel’s remnants could spread inland toward Mojave Desert … -3.5
1h ago Southern California's extreme weather season is making a sharp turn, from a long, dangerous heat wave to the season's first widespread rain. Tropical Storm Rachel is churning toward the region, and… -1.0
2h ago Tropical Storm Rachel is expected to bring several hours of moderate rain to Southern California over the weekend into early next week, with coastal flooding risk highest on south-facing beaches. ×3 -2.5
2h ago Southern California drought years get plenty of attention for their effect on water bills and landscaping choices, but there's a quieter side effect that rarely comes up: what extended dry conditio… -2.0
3h ago The state of California will be one of the ground zeros of Hyper El Nino driven extreme weather Prospects are looking grim for the rest of the year and 2027 www.theguardian.com/environment/... -5.0
4h ago #WBC issues Short Range Forecast Discussion (PMD) at Oct 9, 3:50 AM EDT ...The recent heatwave over much of California coming to an end as a major pattern change occurs over much of the West... Link ×2 +4.0
5h ago The looming power and beauty of a forest fire. Its like looking up at Godzilla. Thankfully, no one was killed and no human homes were burnt. Possible cause was 'idiots with fireworks during a heat … -2.0
8h ago Rains from the storm will douse Southern California starting late Saturday, with inland flooding and severe weather likely through Arizona. ×10 -3.0
9h ago God I feel for Baja California… what is this like the third or the fourth hurricane to sweep across some part of the region? -3.0
9h ago NOAA says Pacific temperatures have reached the threshold for a “very strong” El Niño, with an 83% chance the event will set a record among El Niños observed since 1950. Forecasts point to a wetter… -1.0
10h ago After October heat wave, Southern California braces for rain, flooding and high surf -1.5
10h ago Port St. Lucie, Florida floods after heavy rain. "Drone footage captured severe flooding near Savona and California boulevards, showing streets covered in water after the afternoon rain. Some vehic… -4.5
12h ago 140,000 Batteries Discharged 580MW in California Heatwave Score 7/10 · Medium · 3 days -2.0
13h ago Oh I'm aware... yes! 🤗 and Southern California doesn't need another hurricane tsunami wave incident.. but Rachel is on her way.. just rain this time, hopefully! +0.5
14h ago 🥵 Highs are forecast near 107°F in Palm Springs and 106 in El Centro on Thursday, and the Extreme Heat Warning for the desert runs through Friday evening. Showers and storms are forecast to reach S… -2.0
14h ago Stay safe, SoCal! El Niño-driven T.S. Rachel x Kelvin wave elevated sea levels = dangerous coastal conditions this weekend in Southern California. High surf and coastal flooding risks will peak o… -1.5
15h ago Southern California’s latest heat wave couldn’t be breaking at a better time—just in time for two of Pasadena’s biggest parties. After Friday night’s ArtNight 2026, the city welcomes the public to … +4.5
15h ago After days drifting harmlessly out to sea, Hurricane Rachel is now bending back toward Baja and Southern California with dangerous surf and flooding risk. Read more in the comments. -5.0
16h ago Tropical Storm Rachel could hit California — actually. Squalls and torrential rains are possible in the Mojave Desert. Arizona has a legitimate tornado risk. @matthewcappucci.bsky.social has an u… -1.0
16h ago The Atlantic went four months without a hurricane. The first formed this morning, headed for the Gulf. Isaías went from depression to hurricane in a day, over the warmest Gulf water on record. AN… -3.0
16h ago #WBC issues Short Range Forecast Discussion (PMD) at Oct 8, 3:58 PM EDT ...Substantial cooling is on the way as a major pattern shift finally breaks the prolonged October heatwave across central an… ×2 +4.0
17h ago Hope everyone is doing OK during this California Heatwave. All the Babies and I are staying Cool by the Pool 🌊⛱️ +4.0
19h ago California could be hit by a tropical storm this weekend. Tropical Storm Rachel is expected to breeze into the Desert Southwest. They could drench the Mojave Desert, bring squalls to parts of Utah… -2.5
19h ago www.latimes.com headline change https://www.latimes.com/california/story/2026-10-08/hurricane-rachel-kelvin-wave-combine-for-coastal-dangers-what-to-know New text is now Hurricane Rachel, Kelvin… -4.0
20h ago Update: The remnants of Hurricane Rachel, likely as a post-tropical (perhaps still tropical) storm, now appears likely to bring significant impacts to northern Baja CA, far S. California, AZ, and U… -2.0
20h ago Southern California Braces for Dangerous Surf, Rain as Hurricane Rachel Weakens to Tropical Storm https://www.edhat.com/beyond-local/news/tropical-storm-rachel-southern-california-surf/ -2.0
20h ago Hurricane Rachel and Kelvin Waves combine to create coastal dangers: What to know Hurricane Rachel, currently raging in the Pacific, is expected to increase the risk of coastal flooding in Souther… ×4 -3.0
20h ago Hurricane Rachel could threaten California as a post-tropical storm share.google/JbkdpVAn2FiK... -3.0
20h ago Southern California coastal cities brace for flooding, dangerous surf -4.5

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T1 Extreme heat warnings issued for parts of southern California weather_heat theguardian.com oppressive, dangerous, urgent
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T2 Heat wave again breaks records in Los Angeles, Orange counties weather_heat ocregister.com oppressive, scorching, debilitating
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T3 Power giants issue urgent warning to Californians as scorching heatwave hits 📄 weather_heat nypost.com urgent, anxious, severe
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T3 California heat wave breaks records, raises wildfire and smoke concerns weather_heat chinadaily.com.cn hot, anxious, threatened
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T3 California heat wave breaks records, raises wildfire and smoke concerns-Xinhua weather_heat english.news.cn scorching, hazardous, smoky
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T3 Heat wave again breaks records in Los Angeles, Orange counties weather_heat whittierdailynews.com oppressive, dangerous, relentless
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T3 Heat wave again breaks records in Los Angeles, Orange counties weather_heat dailynews.com oppressive, scorching, debilitating
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T3 California heat wave breaks records, raises wildfire and smoke concerns weather_heat chinadaily.com.cn sweltering, smoky, dangerous
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T3 Heat wave again breaks records in Los Angeles, Orange counties weather_heat presstelegram.com scorching, relentless, hazardous
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T3 Heat wave again breaks records in Los Angeles, Orange counties weather_heat sgvtribune.com scorching, relentless, alarming
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T3 Bouquet Fire burns 1,000 acres amid Southern California heat wave weather_heat aol.com devastating, scorching, urgent
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T3 Heat wave again breaks records in Los Angeles, Orange counties weather_heat dailybulletin.com oppressive, relentless, dangerous
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T3 Heat wave again breaks records in Los Angeles, Orange counties weather_heat redlandsdailyfacts.com oppressive, sweltering, exhausted
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T3 California heat wave breaks records, raises wildfire and smoke concerns weather_heat chinadaily.com.cn sweltering, anxious, hazardous
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T3 Heat wave again breaks records in Los Angeles, Orange counties weather_heat dailybreeze.com oppressive, relentless, dangerous
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T3 Heat wave again breaks records in Los Angeles, Orange counties weather_heat pasadenastarnews.com oppressive, hazardous, record-breaking
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T3 Heat wave again breaks records in Los Angeles, Orange counties weather_heat sbsun.com oppressive, dangerous, relentless
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T3 Extreme heat warnings issued for parts of southern California weather_heat aol.co.uk scorching, urgent, precautionary
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T3 Extreme heat to remain in San Diego County most of the week weather_heat kpbs.org oppressive, dangerous, draining
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T3 Southern California heat wave brings triple-digit temperatures as wildfires burn weather_heat 41nbc.com scorching, devastated, urgent
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T3 Southern California Heat Wave Brings Triple-Digit Temperatures as Wildfires Burn Across Region weather_heat nbcpalmsprings.com dangerous, relentless, scorched
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T3 DTLA Hits Triple Digit Temperatures Monday weather_heat mynewsla.com sweltering, dangerous, oppressive
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T3 New California map shows wildfires scorching across the state amid heatwave weather_heat nypost.com scorched, overwhelmed, urgent
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T3 Southern California swelters as late-season heat wave smothers region — and more UCLA media weather_heat ucla.edu oppressive, exhausting, dangerous
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T3 Heat wave moves into Bay Area, raising wildfire concerns weather_heat kalw.org sweltering, anxious, tense
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