RANCHO CORDOVA, Calif. —

As a heatwave hits Sacramento, people are flocking to the American River to escape the high temperatures and enjoy the refreshing water.

"August is one of my favorites because that’s when the water is the most amazing, even if it’s a little cold. With the hot weather, you don’t mind it, and you can actually get in without going uh," said Jeremy Mendoza, who was out enjoying the river.

Kenny Overcast, visiting from the Bay Area, expressed his excitement about experiencing a "real summer."

"Cool summer, so I’m out here on the American River to actually feel what summer feels like and enjoy the river to cool down," he said.

Rafting companies are experiencing a surge in business due to the heatwave.

"This 100-degree weekend is all about people starting to think a

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