LA Fashion District shoppers scorched by heat wave

LOS ANGELES, Calif. (KABC) -- Temperatures hit 90 degrees by 9 a.m. Friday in downtown Los Angeles. Residents tried to escape the heat by indulging in cold treats and taking a dip in the Arthur J. Will Memorial Fountain at Grand Park.

Fashion District merchants and shoppers took shelter under umbrellas while others opted for hats.

Organizers of Sunday's CicLAvia event were reminding residents to prepare for the heat.

"It's going to be a hot day, and luckily, Angelenos are used to that. I'm hoping everyone will take that into account, wear a hat, bring an extra water bottle," CicLAvia's Executive Director Aaron Paley said.

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