* WHAT...High temperatures in the mid 80s to mid 90s for inland
coastal areas to the mid 90s to 102 for the valleys are expected
with the peak of the heat around Thursday.

Hot conditions with temperatures 80 to 90 degrees near the coast and
95 to 105 inland. Hottest weather likely on Thursday and Friday.

* WHERE...Orange County Coastal Areas, Orange County Inland Areas,
San Bernardino and Riverside County Valleys-The Inland Empire, San
Diego County Coastal Areas, San Diego County Valleys, and Santa
Ana Mountains and Foothills.

* WHEN...From 10 AM this morning to 8 PM PDT Friday.

* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses.

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of
the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors.

Do not leave young children and pets in unattended vehicles. Car
interiors will reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes.

Take extra precautions when outside. Wear lightweight and loose
fitting clothing. Try to limit strenuous activities to early morning
or evening. Take action when you see symptoms of heat exhaustion and
heat stroke.

* WHAT...Surf of 2 to 4 feet, with sets to 5 feet.

* WHERE...San Diego County Coastal Areas and Orange County
Coastal Areas.

* WHEN...Through Wednesday evening.

* IMPACTS...Moderate rip current risk and locally hazardous
swimming conditions.

A beach hazards statement is issued when threats such as rip
currents and other hazards are possible. Caution should be used
when in or near the water.