Record-Breaking Heat Continues Through Week Of Triple-Digit WeatherJune 19, 2017UPDATE Monday 7:10 a.m.: Record-breaking heat is expected to hit again Monday, as a week-long streak of triple-digit temperatures continues. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Sacramento Cooling Centers OpenJune 17, 2017 | Bob MoffittThe City of Sacramento has already opened two centers, with more on the way, including a joint operation with the Sacramento County.
Wet Winter Likely To Delay Tahoe Area Fire SeasonMay 17, 2017 | Steve MilneIt looks like this year's fire season will start later than normal in the Tahoe area...sometime in July-August rather than the typical May-June time frame. That's because of the wet winter and a snowpack 200 to 300 percent of normal. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentHeat Wave Melting Record Snowpack In Northern CaliforniaMay 1, 2017Forecasters expect at least one California river to hit flood stage later this week as a heat wave melts record snowpack in the Sierra Nevada.
10 Ways To Beat Sacramento’s Oppressive Heat This WeekJuly 29, 2016If you’ve ventured outside in the past couple days you know -- it’s really hot in the Sacramento region. What’s a Sacramentan to do? We’ve compiled a list of how to stay cool and survive the heat.
EnvironmentTriple-Digit Heat Expected In Sacramento RegionJune 3, 2016Friday is expected to be the hottest day of the week with triple-digit temperatures hitting much of the Central Valley, according to the National Weather Service.
Cooling Centers Open As Triple-Digit Heat Hits SacramentoJuly 28, 2015 | Shahla Farzan | Marnette FederisThe heat is back in the Sacramento Valley this week with temperatures peaking at 106 degrees Wednesday and Thursday. Community organizations are preparing "cooling centers" for people seeking relief.
PG&E Introduces Smart Rate PlanJuly 1, 2015 | Emily ZentnerSummer heat puts an extra strain on everything, and the electric grid is no exception. To prevent heat-related equipment outages, Pacific Gas & Electric has introduced a program to reduce energy consumption on hot days.
Blood Lollipops And Cool Showers Help Zoo Animals Cope In HeatwaveJune 30, 2015 | Steve MilneWhen the weather gets hot like today, the Sacramento Zoo helps some of its animals cool down by spraying them with water. The carnivores get blood lollipops or ice with animal blood in it. Other animals have access to air conditioned areas.
Temperatures Soar In Sacramento ValleyJune 30, 2015It's going to be a hot few days in the Sacramento Valley. The National Weather Service says temperatures Tuesday and Wednesday will be over 100 degrees.
