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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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The famous bears of Alaska's Katmai National Park are enjoying an abundance of salmon, and even some playtime, as they pack on pounds to prepare for the winter.
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Southern California might see some light rain tonight into Wednesday morning. After that, cooler weather is on the way, but expect the humidity to remain.
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We'll see highs in the mid 80s to mid 90s across the region.
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More intense future wildfires, fueled by further climate change, could lead to 70,000 deaths from smoke exposure a year, according to a new study.
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At the state’s top air regulator, Lauren Sanchez will replace Liane Randolph, taking the helm as California battles Trump, rising costs and the future of its climate agenda.
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By some estimates, Altadena lost more than half of its tree canopy in the wake of the Eaton Fire. One young Altadenan wants us to share our stories about them.
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Robert Fortunato's Green Idea House is one of the first net-zero energy case study houses built for less cost than standard construction.
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The Shadow the Scientists initiative at UC Santa Cruz strives to demystify astronomical research.
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A set of laws Gov. Gavin Newsom signed today extends California clean-energy programs while taking steps to shore up oil and gas production. It also opens the door to a Western energy grid.
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A man and his child were swept off a road in Barstow, and communities in the San Bernardino Mountains faced a deluge. The threat of heavy rain has now passed.
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USC and L.A. County soil experts will be on site Saturday, Sept. 20, to teach residents about testing their properties for lead.
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Remnants of Tropical Storm Mario will leave behind the chance for some showers for Friday.
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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An LAist investigation found toxic heavy metals in samples of fire retardant collected from the Palisades, Eaton and Franklin fires. Here's what that means.
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Switching to an electric heat pump water heater can save you money and help the state avoid power outages.
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New research shows that climate change is already fueling heatflation, with worse to come.
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We haven't gotten as much precipitation as last year.
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Anthropocene refers to the age of humans — the things we've done to Earth. Geologists just rejected a proposal to declare an official "Anthropocene epoch." But everyone agrees: Damage has been done.
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Rain can make some allergens more potent, and it’s not just pollen you have to worry about.
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This weekend's storm will bring up to up to 3 inches of rain to the coasts and valleys by the end of Sunday, with a chance of thunderstorms, flooding and landslides throughout the region.
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We're nearing a year when a negative leap second could be needed to shave time — an unprecedented step that would have unpredictable effects, a new study says.
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This weekend will bring up to up to 3 inches of rain to the coasts and valleys, with a chance of thunderstorms, flooding and landslides throughout the region.
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The system is expected to bring heavy rain, thunderstorms, wild winds, dangerous surf, and mountain snow to the region.
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More drama could also be on the horizon because unsuccessful breeding can lead to eagle break ups.
