With temperatures in many parts of the state exceeding triple digits during the July Fourth holiday and into the weekend, California is offering additional resources to keep residents safe and cool, according to the governor’s office.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom directed his Office of Emergency Services July 1 to activate an extreme temperature response plan, including reaching out to communities to ensure the availability of cooling centers and enforcing heat protections for outdoor workers.
“This heatwave is serious. We’re used to hot temperatures in California but this will be several days with little relief overnight,” Mr. Newsom said in a statement. “As we come together this week to celebrate the Fourth of July, look out for each other and take steps to stay safe.”
Temperatures could rise to over 100 degrees in most areas of the state through the weekend, according to the National Weather Service.
California is currently facing potential power shutoffs this week due to a heat wave. Pacific Gas and Electric (PG&E) has warned Northern California residents that power outages could occur throughout the week.
