The extreme weather has led to a surge in ocean rescues, with lifeguards working tirelessly to save swimmers caught in dangerous rip currents. The high surf and strong currents pose significant risks to inexperienced swimmers, while the heat wave increases the likelihood of wildfires in central and southern California. Governor Gavin Newsom has prepositioned firefighters in several counties as a precaution. Climate scientist Daniel Swain warns of a more flammable landscape in areas like the Northern Sierra Nevada and Southern California mountains, raising concerns about potential wildfires.