Central Valley Deals With Triple Digit Heat

Temperatures soared in the Central Valley Monday, making it the hottest day of the year in many Valley cities.

Fresno hit 106, while Clovis hit 108 degrees. The severe temperatures caused a strain to some transformers in some Fresno and Clovis areas, knocking out power to about 3,000 people around the 5 o’clock hour as many people got home from work.

"We call this a heat storm. And when you’ve got 106 degree temperatures, which is what you’re seeing around the Valley today, what that can do is it can cause strain particularly on certain transformers," said Jeff Smith, a spokesperson with PG&E.

The power outages forced several businesses to close early, sending customers out the door.

As people tried to beat the heat and get used to the triple digits, many turned to air conditioned places, such as movie theaters.

"They (triple digits) still take a little bit of getting used to each year when they roll around," said Holly Greathouse.

"Yeah, but can you really get used to this god awful heat? Like it’s just unbearable sometimes," Eric Paul said.

The Save Mart Center hosted two graduation ceremonies indoors. The crowds gathered in the shade and fanned themselves down as they waited outside.

"Oh it’s so much cooler–there’s nothing like being inside when there’s a graduation and so many people," said Stephanie Hurtado.

The Fresno Grizzlies still pulled out a crowd despite the hot weather. But the hot weather made some think twice.

"Coming out of the car definitely–coming from AC to not AC–I definitely thought about it," said Jazmin Manilla.

"I think it’s too hot to be out here," said Manuel Burrola. 

Despite the climbing temperatures, fans found ways to keep cool in the heat and enjoy the game.

"I’m going to stay in the shade as much as possible because it’s hot, and I’m going to get Slushies and water so I don’t like die out here," Salena Alvarado said.