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Fresno County health officials prepare for extreme heat
FRESNO COUNTY, Calif. (KSEE/KGPE) – As the Central Valley prepares for the Fourth of July, the Fresno County Department of Public Health is preparing for what could be a record-setting heatwave. The National Weather Service issued an extreme heat warning from 11 a.m. on Tuesday until 8 a.m. Wednesday with temperatures possibly reaching upwards of […]
Health leaders urging people to know signs of heat illness
With this heat wave, comes the increased risk of heat illness.Health leaders said they've already seen several heat-related cases come through Fresno County hospitals.That's why they're not only stressing you to stay hydrated but to know the signs of heat illness.RELATED: Central Valley to see stretch of excessive heat to begin JulyUnder the hot Central California sun, families were at the Fig Garden Loop Park splash pad in Northwest Fresno trying to beat the heat."We need to cool down," said Yolanda Gomez of Fresno. "The kids need to run around and get rid of all that energy."Families sat under the...
Botulism in Fresno County? How the health department tracked it to cactus
FRESNO COUNTY, Calif. (KSEE/KGPE) – In June, Fresno County received two reports of botulism, an illness the CDC describes as “rare but serious” caused by a toxin that attacks the body’s nerves. If untreated, it can lead to paralysis or death. “This is the first time that we’ve had a food-born botulism case,” Norma Sanchez […]
This program seeks to reduce fentanyl overdoses in Fresno County
FRESNO COUNTY, Calif. (KSEE/KGPE) – A new program that aims to reduce fentanyl overdose deaths in Fresno County has been introduced by WestCare, officials announced on Tuesday. According to WestCare officials, the Opioid Education and Naloxone Distribution program aims to reduce the number of fentanyl overdoses across Fresno County with services that provide a combination […]
Cool down at these Central Valley centers during heatwave
FRESNO COUNTY, Calif. (KSEE/KGPE) – Amidst the weeklong heatwave, several cooling centers in the Central Valley have opened their doors to host residents looking to cool down. Cooling centers open once temperatures reach 105 degrees, and these are some of the cooling centers throughout the Valley for those who need to refresh: FRESNO COUNTY FRESNO […]
Man wanted for elder abuse, battery in Fresno County, police say
CLOVIS, Calif. (KSEE/KGPE) – The Clovis Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating a 56-year-old man wanted for elder abuse and battery. Police say the man is 56-year-old James Light of Fresno County. They say he is wanted on suspicion of elder abuse and battery. Police describe Light as a male, who […]
Fresno June Lightning Complex fire expected to reach containment by weekend
FRESNO COUNTY, Calif. (KSEE/KGPE) – Cal Fire officials say they are hopeful their fight against the raging wildfires caused by lightning in Fresno County will soon come to an end after weeks of containment efforts. On Tuesday Cal Fire officials announced they expect to reach full containment of the Fresno June Lightning Complex fire by […]
Excessive Heat Warning Begins This Morning for the San Joaquin Valley, West Side Hills, Kern River Valley, Kern County Deserts, Mariposa, Fresno, Madera, and Tulare Foothills and Yosemite Valley
July 2, 2024 - National Weather Service Hanford Office officials report an Excessive Heat Warning has been issued for the San Joaquin Valley, West Side Hills, Sierra Foothills, Kern River Valley and Kern County Deserts from this morning at 11:00 A.M. through Tuesday, July 9th at 8:00 A.M. Please keep...
Americans will get $500 a month for 12 months in free money with no strings attached but you must meet three criteria
AMERICANS will receive free money to spend as they wish with no strings attached. The $500 monthly payments will last one year and go out to those who meet three criteria. Advancing Fresno County is a guaranteed income program that economically supports low-income families in central California. Created by the Fresno Economic Opportunities Commission, the […]
How to save money on air-conditioning repairs, electricity costs during triple-digit heat wave
As the stretch of triple-digit temperatures continues this week, people across Northern California are ramping up the usage of their air conditioning units. RPM HVAC Service, a family-owned company based out of Roseville, said they got 60 calls for service within 24 hours early this week, and they expect to get even more as the heat wave goes on.
Central Valley to see stretch of excessive heat to begin July
The Central Valley is going to see an extended stretch of excessive heat to kick off July.An Excessive Heat Warning will be in effect across the Valley from 11 am Tuesday until 8 AM on Tuesday, July 9.Temperatures are forecasted to reach as high as 114 degrees across parts of the Valley on Saturday.POSSIBLE RECORD-BREAKING HEATOn Saturday, parts of the Central Valley could see as high as 114 degrees.Initially, there were concerns from those around the Valley who saw a forecasted high of 121 degrees for Saturday on their iPhones.If you've checked your phone recently, you might have noticed that...
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