"We're having a lot of calls saying hey my system's not working, that's what we're doing here today. Normally these calls don't normal come in until May or June. Taliaferro described these months as, 'this is our lull'."
"This is concerning with no rain in the forecast. The department has posted warnings on social media about the heat advisory, urging residents to stay safe and hydrated. Lowenthal said the warm, dry weather could accelerate wildfire risks across the region."
The Bay Area faces an unprecedented March heat wave with record-breaking temperatures expected to persist through the week. Santa Rosa residents are experiencing unusual early-season demands on air conditioning systems, with service technicians reporting calls typically not received until May or June. The extreme heat is affecting daily life, from home cooling failures to increased use of public facilities like aquatic centers for relief. Fire officials express concern about wildfire risks, citing the combination of high temperatures and lack of rainfall in the forecast. Authorities have issued heat advisories and are urging residents to stay safe and maintain hydration during this anomalous weather event.
Read at ABC7 San Francisco
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