Video
Heat-related illnesses spike in Riverside County amid heatwave, vulnerable populations at-risk
With an extreme heat warning in place for the next week throughout the Coachella Valley, heat-related illnesses should be on everyone’s mind. Temperatures are expected to surpass 115 degrees all week, according to our First Alert Weather team. According to the county’s health department, there have been 237 heat-related emergency department visits so far this
Continue Reading
The impact on local businesses due to extreme heat
The extreme heat that the Coachella Valley has been experiencing recently has not only impacted residents but businesses. In an effort to avoid the heat, less people are likely to be out and about during the day. This can be especially troublesome for outdoor shopping and dining centers like Downtown Palm Springs. But just how
Continue Reading
First Alert Weather Alert as heat increases into the weekend and next week
We hit 115 on Independence Day, and will likely be hotter through the week and most of next week. An Excessive Heat Warning remains in effect for the Valley through Wednesday. A First Alert Weather Alert is in place today and tomorrow due to the potential for severe – possibly record – heat. An Air
Continue Reading
City of Indio hosts Independence Day Block party amid heat
4th of July celebrations aren’t over yet. The City of Indio invites the community to its Independence Day Block Party in Downtown Indio on Friday, July 5, 2024, from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. It’s a free, family-friendly event with food trucks, carnival games and live music. The night will end with a patriotic drone
Continue Reading
Palm Springs Power defeat PSCL All-Stars 5-4 on Fourth of July
The Palm Springs Power defeated the PSCL All-Stars 5-4 on the Fourth of July. The All-Stars would get on the scoreboard first, but the Power would answer right back in the bottom of the second with a one-rbi single from second baseman Cody Kashimoto. The Power would score one run in both the fifth and
Continue Reading
City of Palm Springs hosts ‘All-American Fourth of July Fireworks Spectacular’
Palm Springs rang in the Fourth of July with its annual “All-American Fourth of July Fireworks Spectacular.” You can watch a replay of it in the player below: There are still several Independence Day celebrations taking place over the weekend. Check Out: Fourth of July events happening around the Coachella Valley
Continue Reading
A hot Independence Day in the desert
A First Alert Weather Alert has been issued by the First Alert Weather team as potentially record-breaking temperatures impact the Coachella Valley on Friday and Saturday. High temperatures today are so far slightly cooler than initially expected, however, that is because more moisture moved in than expected. Since water can hold onto heat more, high
Continue Reading
Fourth of July events happening around the Coachella Valley
The Fourth of July is almost here! Check our list of events for Desert Cities below: Palm Springs Thursday, July 4, “Family-Friendly Pool Party at the Palm Springs Swim Center,” 405 S. Pavilion Way, featuring water games, inflatable slides, pool side music, and great food, 3 p.m. – until the fireworks conclude. Thursday, July 4,
Continue Reading
Noise Sensitivity can be an Issue for Some this Fourth of July, including Veterans with PTSD
Fourth of July is different for everyone, especially those with noise sensitivity. Noise sensitivity affects all kinds of people, from those with autism to those with PTSD. Those who experience noise sensitivity can easily become upset, agitated and even anxious when they hear fireworks. Hiding from the loud noise is almost impossible, and in many
Continue Reading
Hot as a firecracker for July 4th
An Excessive Heat Warning continues for the region until Wednesday as temperatures soar into the one-teens through the period, with a chance to reach 120 or higher. We are also under an Air Quality Alert with the potential for deteriorating air quality as ozone builds up beneath the ridge of high pressure. Make sure you
Continue Reading
Palm Springs staff prepare Fourth of July festivities
With high temperatures expected this 4th of July, people are looking for ways to celebrate that keep them cool. The Palm Springs Swim Center is hosting a “Family-Friendly Pool Party,” at 405 S. Pavilion Way. It will feature water games, inflatable slides, pool side music, and great food, from 3 p.m. until the fireworks end.
Continue Reading