Track real-time power consumption as heat roasts California
The California Independent System Operator (CAISO) issued a Flex Alert for 5 to 10 p.m., urging people to set their thermostats to 78 degrees or higher and avoid using washers, dishwashers, and other major appliances.
The California Independent System Operator (CAISO) issued a Flex Alert for 5 to 10 p.m., urging people to set their thermostats to 78 degrees or higher and avoid using washers, dishwashers, and other major appliances.
California heat wave: here's how you can stay safe, prevent power outages and fires
As a heat wave rolls through the Bay Area health officials are reminding you to stay hydrated and cool. Local officials offer advice on to prevent power outages and fires during extreme heat.
As a heat wave rolls through the Bay Area health officials are reminding you to stay hydrated and cool. Local officials offer advice on to prevent power outages and fires during extreme heat.
Heat wave! Temps could reach 106 degrees in Fairfield and Antioch
California's Independent System Operator issued a statewide “Flex Alert” for Thursday from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m.
California's Independent System Operator issued a statewide “Flex Alert” for Thursday from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m.
California urges power conservation as heat wave bakes region
California's Independent System Operator has issued a statewide flex alert for Thursday June 17 from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m.
California's Independent System Operator has issued a statewide flex alert for Thursday June 17 from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m.
PHOTOS: Saharan dust brings beautiful skies to Florida
Skywatchers were treated to some gorgeous hues during sunset as the Saharan dust cloud made its way over the state of Florida.
Skywatchers were treated to some gorgeous hues during sunset as the Saharan dust cloud made its way over the state of Florida.
Bay Area residents try to keep cool as heatwave grips region
As temperatures soar over the next few days around the Bay Area, community leaders are trying to make sure people stay safe.
As temperatures soar over the next few days around the Bay Area, community leaders are trying to make sure people stay safe.
Spare the Air alert issued for Thursday as temperatures soar
With triple-digit temperatures forecast through much of the region, the Bay Area Air Quality Management District has issued a Spare the Air alert for Thursday because of excessive levels of smog expected.
With triple-digit temperatures forecast through much of the region, the Bay Area Air Quality Management District has issued a Spare the Air alert for Thursday because of excessive levels of smog expected.
Californians might be asked to conserve energy during heat wave
If an alert is called, people would be asked to voluntarily cut electricity use from 4 to 9 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday.
If an alert is called, people would be asked to voluntarily cut electricity use from 4 to 9 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday.
Bay Area's first heatwave of the season raises concerns over power failures, drought, and fires
Last August, a series of rolling blackouts were ordered by grid operators as power demand outstripped supply. Whether or not that will happen this year is a weather-dependent toss-up.
Last August, a series of rolling blackouts were ordered by grid operators as power demand outstripped supply. Whether or not that will happen this year is a weather-dependent toss-up.
Meals on Wheels asking for fan donations to keep seniors cool
Meals on Wheels Diablo Region on Monday, put the word out that they are accepting donations of fans as a severe heat wave approaches mid-week for the inland areas of the Bay Area.
Meals on Wheels Diablo Region on Monday, put the word out that they are accepting donations of fans as a severe heat wave approaches mid-week for the inland areas of the Bay Area.
June 1 marks official start to 2021 Atlantic hurricane season
The 2021 Atlantic Hurricane Season officially begins June 1 and one of the names for this year has already been used.
The 2021 Atlantic Hurricane Season officially begins June 1 and one of the names for this year has already been used.
Bay Area Memorial Day heat advisory prompts warnings of how to stay cool and safe
A heat advisory is expected to last until nine Monday night. During excessive heat, officials urge people to stay hydrated, wear light, loose-fitting clothes and stay in shaded or air conditioned places if possible.
A heat advisory is expected to last until nine Monday night. During excessive heat, officials urge people to stay hydrated, wear light, loose-fitting clothes and stay in shaded or air conditioned places if possible.
Wildfire risks and temperatures set to soar in California
Public health officials are urging residents to stay hydrated, find shade, and take breaks to avoid heat exhaustion as temperatures soar across much of central and northern California.
Public health officials are urging residents to stay hydrated, find shade, and take breaks to avoid heat exhaustion as temperatures soar across much of central and northern California.
Air district issues first Spare the Air alert of the year for Memorial Day
A combination of tailpipe exhaust and sizzling temperatures expected Monday have prompted Bay Area air quality officials to issue a Spare the Air alert for Memorial Day.
A combination of tailpipe exhaust and sizzling temperatures expected Monday have prompted Bay Area air quality officials to issue a Spare the Air alert for Memorial Day.
Extreme heat wave to hit California next week; grid operator says energy supply is sufficient
California’s power grid operator said it’s not anticipating energy supply outages over the next few days as temperatures are expected to soar to triple digits in the state’s interior.
California’s power grid operator said it’s not anticipating energy supply outages over the next few days as temperatures are expected to soar to triple digits in the state’s interior.
Memorial Day is going to be hot; fire danger increases
Mondays will be the hottest day; it may even reach 100 degrees in certain inland spots.
Mondays will be the hottest day; it may even reach 100 degrees in certain inland spots.
Biden gets hurricane season briefing at FEMA, doubles funding for extreme weather
President Joe Biden visited FEMA headquarters to receive a briefing on the 2021 hurricane season and preparedness efforts. He also announced plans to increase funding to better prepare for extreme weather.
President Joe Biden visited FEMA headquarters to receive a briefing on the 2021 hurricane season and preparedness efforts. He also announced plans to increase funding to better prepare for extreme weather.
Subtropical storm Ana forms near Bermuda; first named system of 2021
Subtropical storm Ana formed in the Atlantic Ocean early Saturday, according to the National Hurricane Center.
Subtropical storm Ana formed in the Atlantic Ocean early Saturday, according to the National Hurricane Center.
Heavy rains sweep across Louisiana, flooding homes and closing major highways
Heavy rains have swept across southern Louisiana, flooding homes, swamping cars and closing a major interstate.
Heavy rains have swept across southern Louisiana, flooding homes, swamping cars and closing a major interstate.
See it: US Drought Monitor shows intensifying drought in California
Areas of "exceptional drought" expanded in the southern and eastern Sierra Nevada in response to poor snowpack conditions, the monitor said in its weekly update.
Areas of "exceptional drought" expanded in the southern and eastern Sierra Nevada in response to poor snowpack conditions, the monitor said in its weekly update.