Extreme Heat Warning for L.A., Ventura, Santa Barbara Through Thursday

The National Weather Service has Extreme Heat Warnings in effect through 8 p.m. PDT Thursday, Oct. 8 for coastal and valley areas of Los Angeles, Ventura and Santa Barbara counties. Forecasters cite persistent high pressure bringing dangerously hot conditions, with Los Angeles forecast near 101°F. Heat Advisories also cover surrounding Central Coast areas.