Rosamond
Rosamond, CA · Weather
FOX 11 Los Angeles
Ridge Fire burning in LA, Kern counties
Visalia Times-Delta | Tulare Advance Register
Central Valley braces for dangerous heatwave
A heat wave has gripped the Central Valley this week, with National Weather Service officials warning that temperatures could reach 110 degrees in some portions of the region. The National Weather Service has issued a heat advisory through Sunday, Aug. 9. High temperatures between 106 and 108 degrees are expected across Tulare County. "Afternoon high temperatures of 105 to 108 degrees will occur daily through the upcoming weekend," NWS officials said. "Overnight lows will generally only fall into the mid-60s to mid-70s, providing little overnight relief." Forecasters expect Sunday to be the hottest day of the week, with a high near 106 degrees. Some weather apps predict temperatures could climb to around 111 degrees on Sunday in Visalia. The Visalia Transit Center serves as a cooling center when an excessive heat warning is in effect. The center is open from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. at 425 E. Oak Ave. The transit center provides a safe, air-conditioned space for residents seeking relief from the heat and offers amenities including seating, vending machines and restrooms. Most Visalia Transit routes also stop at the center, providing convenient transportation. For route information, call 1-877-404-6473. Five-day California Central Valley forecast Thursday: Sunny and hot,
KGET
How Bakersfield volunteers are stepping up to help with Washington’s wildfire crisis
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — Wildfire crews are making progress in eastern Washington extinguishing the fires, but thousands of evacuees won’t be going home anytime soon. Public Information Officer Cindy Huge with the American Red Cross walks us through how volunteers in our community are stepping up to help. Watch the full interview in the video […]
SFGate
NBC Los Angeles
Evacuation warning issued due to brush fire near Lebec
An evacuation warning was issued for a brush fire burning in north of Los Angeles. The Buzzard Fire, estimated at about 180 acres, was reported at about 8 a.m. near the Kern County community of Lebec. An evacuation warning, meaning people should be prepared to evacuate, was issued for the area.
KGET
Buzzard Fire south of Bakersfield burns 500 acres: KCFD
Bakersfield Now
Cassie Fire burns 100+ acres near Highway 58 in Keene, 5% contained
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — Fire crews are battling a fire that has burned over 100 acres near Highway 58 in Keene. According to CalFire, the so-called Cassie Fire has burned 144 acres. The fire is currently contained at 5%. CalFire said it started Tuesday afternoon at around 2:35 p.m.
Bakersfield Channel
Heatwave continues, alerts extended
As of Wednesday Bakersfield has now had six consecutive days above 105°. Wednesday's high was 106°, down from 109° on Tuesday. Tehachapi hit 97°, Lake Isabella hit 104°, and China Lake soared to 112°. Temperatures will fall a degree or two across Kern over...
Bakersfield Channel
Hot stretch of weather continues
Good morning and happy Wednesday! Heat is still our top weather story as temperatures stay well above average. Strong high pressure remains situated here on the West Coast, sending temperatures soaring. Bakersfield tied a daily temperature record on Tuesday at 109. Heat stays with us through the weekend. Bakersfield has...
KGET
Buzzard Fire burns near base of Grapevine