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California has declared a state of emergency to address power system concerns, as parts of the US south-west reported dangerously high temperatures
An excessive heat warning is in place for much of Arizona and California, and southern areas of Nevada and Utah.
People are being told to stay in air-conditioned areas and out of the sun.
Californians have also been urged to conserve energy during peak times, as temperatures are expected to remain between 100-110F (37-43C) until Sunday.
Governor Gavin Newsom said the state of emergency, which is in effect until 23:59 on Saturday (06:59 GMT on Sunday), was to "reduce the strain on the energy infrastructure and increase energy capacity".
The California Independent System Operator, which controls most of the state's power grid, asked people to set thermostats to 78F (25C) or higher, avoid using major appliances and unnecessary lights.
www.bbc.com
An excessive heat warning is in place for much of Arizona and California, and southern areas of Nevada and Utah.
People are being told to stay in air-conditioned areas and out of the sun.
Californians have also been urged to conserve energy during peak times, as temperatures are expected to remain between 100-110F (37-43C) until Sunday.
Governor Gavin Newsom said the state of emergency, which is in effect until 23:59 on Saturday (06:59 GMT on Sunday), was to "reduce the strain on the energy infrastructure and increase energy capacity".
The California Independent System Operator, which controls most of the state's power grid, asked people to set thermostats to 78F (25C) or higher, avoid using major appliances and unnecessary lights.
California declares state of emergency amid heatwave
Parts of the US south-west report dangerously high temperatures, with excessive heat warnings in place.
www.bbc.com
