California Independent System Operator issues emergency alert as record heat wave puts strain on state's electrical grid
CBSJUL 2022
California: Hurricane Brings Wind, Rain Amid Heatwave
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The Spin
Republican narrative
With Newsom avoiding using proven alternative energy sources, one can only wonder how much he cares about Californians. The man who shut down renewable energy nuclear plants - which caused this energy crisis in the first place - is now asking residents to endure the heat while he looks to be enjoying sweater weather air conditioning wherever he is.
Democratic narrative
Thanks to the rising temperatures from climate change, America's largest state now faces the oddest, most devastating weather forecast ever. If you couldn't tell the climate was changing before, the fact that Calif. is experiencing droughts, heatwaves, and hurricanes at the same time should open your eyes.