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The report concludes that the water supply was too slow, not too low, and even a functioning reservoir likely wouldn’t have stopped the Palisades Fire.
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Residents whose homes still stand in burn zones are concerned about their health and how to make their homes livable again.
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A 9-mile stretch of PCH that was damaged last month will partially reopen on Thursday. Only residents, school buses and impacted businesses will be allowed to enter the area, according to Caltrans.
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A slight warm up kicks off today.
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We've got tips for navigating insurance claims in the wake of the Eaton and Palisades fires … without losing your mind.
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As it recovers, Altadena finds inspiration in other wildfire-devastated communities that have replanted lawns, gardens and green spaces with fire-resistant native species.
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State officials are facing the loss of federal incentives plus their ability to make companies buy electric trucks.
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Federal workers at the home agency for the National Weather Service are concerned about a potential overhaul by Trump officials focused on cutting government costs.
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Shaking was likely felt as far away as Long Beach, with no damage likely.
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The recent spate of L.A. fires has led many different parties to re-examine state and local approaches to building approval.
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Evacuation orders remain in place for some areas as the risk of mudslide and debris flows remains from heavy rain overnight Thursday.
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The agency says 52% of the post-wildfire cleanup work is complete.
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A team of researchers say they want to look at what exposure to toxins from thousands of burned structures does to people over time.
Philanthropic funds helped purchase a burned lot that used to have 14 rental units. Supporters hope the project can be a model for rebuilding equitably for renters.
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As climate change makes the classic green lawns more unsustainable, some have traded their grass for lettuce, avocados, and other crops.
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Flames burning in the San Gabriel Mountains, evacuations continue
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More than 64,000 LADWP customers have experienced power outages at some point during the heat wave that began Thursday. SoCalEdison reports about 3,758 customers were without power as of Monday morning.
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A 60-day public comment period on the proposal is now open through Nov. 4
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The quakes hit about 30 minutes apart with the stronger one coming second.
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It's been so hot for so long, we've lost track of how many days of 100 degrees the region has endured — and the end won't come this weekend.
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Train track inspectors on the lookout for what are known as "sun kinks."
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Crews are working in high heat and tough terrain in the San Bernardino Mountains. The number of threatened structures increased to 8,000 structures, including homes and businesses, as of Monday night.
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We explain the geology behind the mile-long and mile-wide landslide complex uprooting homes and families in Rancho Palos Verdes.Listen 18:42
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The heat will stick around through next week, with Saturday expected to be about 5 degrees cooler.
