(KMJ)  CALIFORNIA FLEX ALERT ISSUED DUE TO EXCESSIVE HEAT

PREDICTED HIGH TEMPERATURES FOR FRESNO:

Friday     106

Saturday  109

Sunday    105

Monday    100

Get energy saving tips from The California Independent System Operator

LOS ANGELES (AP) – Managers of California’s power grid are asking for voluntary conservation of electricity as forecasters predict more extreme heat statewide.

The California Independent System Operator predicts demand on the system will set a new all-time record Friday.

Consumers are asked to particularly cut back on use of electricity between 1 p.m. and 10 p.m., when use of air conditioners is at its peak.

The National Weather Service warns that the heat will bring a high risk of heat-related illness, especially for the elderly, the infirm and children.

Forecasters also say the heat will be dangerous to anyone without proper hydration or adequate cooling.