April 27, 2020 Avalanche in California triggered by 'extreme heat' after recent snow, 2 rescued by helicopter Two climbers were rescued by helicopter from San Jacinto Mountain in California on Friday after a spike in temperatures from "extreme heat" in the Southwest triggered an avalanche, according to officials.
April 27, 2020 Severe weather threat returns for Southern Plains, Midwest as record heat bakes Southwest, Southern California A new round of severe weather is threatening the nation's midsection on Tuesday after weeks of destructive storms.
April 23, 2020 Record heat possible for California, Southwest raises fears beaches will be 'overrun' despite coronavirus A scorching period of hot weather on tap for California has officials in oceanside communities concerned it could create a perfect storm during the coronavirus pandemic as people with cabin fever hit the beach.
