California Set For Major Heat Wave

KQED's The California Report - A podcast by KQED

Temperatures are expected to climb well above 100, especially in the state’s valleys and away from the coast the rest of this week. Officials from half a dozen state and federal agencies are warning Californians to prepare for the heat wave. Reporter: Kevin Stark, KQED What’s it like to work and try to protect others in a place that’s sometimes the hottest spot on the planet, with temperatures upwards of 130 degrees? We're talking about California’s Death Valley National Park. Guest: Nichole Andler, Death Valley Park Ranger Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices