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The National Weather Service has issued a red flag warning for San Diego County's mountains and deserts Friday through Saturday evening. -
The summer heat wave that has kept the region toasty and upped the risk of wildfire could soon see an end as increased moisture brings the possibility of rain and temperatures lower toward average Friday through the weekend. -
A protracted hot spell combined with gusty winds and low humidity levels prompted the National Weather Service today to extend a "red flag'' wildfire warning for local mountain and desert locales by 24 hours, to 9 p.m. Friday. -
A summer heat wave is expected to keep San Diego toasty Wednesday and again heighten wildfire risks in the mountains and deserts, but big waves and strong rip currents could stymie plans to beat the heat at the beaches. -
High temperatures are expected to peak Monday as the heat wave in San Diego County persists, and the hot weather combined with low humidity and breezy winds will increase the risk of wildfires in some areas. -
High temperatures on Saturday are predicted to be 76 to 81 degrees along the coast, 81 to 86 degrees inland, 84 to 89 degrees in the western valleys, 87 to 92 degrees near the foothills, 91 to 98 degrees in the mountains and 108 to 113 degrees in the deserts. -
Elevated surf and strong rip currents continued to affect the San Diego-area coastline Monday while afternoon and evening thunderstorms are possible elsewhere in the county. -
Authorities advised the public to reduce the potential for serious temperature-related ailments by staying hydrated, avoiding unnecessary outdoor activity and checking on neighbors and relatives. -
A National Weather Service heat advisory for the valleys, mountains and deserts goes into effect at noon Thursday and is expected to last until 8 p.m. Sunday. -
Big waves and strong rip currents could stymie those trying to beat the heat at the beaches.
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