California Braces for Second Peak of Record-Breaking October Heat Wave

With temperatures soaring up to 15 degrees above average, extreme heat warnings remain in effect across the Bay Area and Southern California through the weekend.

The National Weather Service has extended excessive heat warnings and advisories across the Bay Area, Santa Cruz Mountains, and interior Southern California until at least Saturday night.
Temperatures are expected to reach up to 105 degrees in inland areas, with coastal regions experiencing highs in the mid-90s, posing significant health risks.
The heat wave, the longest and most intense for early October in over 40 years, has already shattered temperature records in several cities, including San Jose and Salinas.
Events such as the San Francisco 49ers and Stanford football games are raising concerns about the impact of extreme heat on players and spectators.
Officials have opened cooling centers and are urging residents to stay hydrated and check on vulnerable neighbors as the heat wave continues.