California October Heat Nears 100F as Power, Fire Risks Rise
California and the U.S. West are experiencing unseasonable heat reaching 100 degrees Fahrenheit. The high temperatures have increased electricity demand and the risk of wildfires across the region.
California and the US West are facing a burst of summer-like heat in early October, boosting electricity demand and raising the risk of wildfires.
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