Climate & Environment

Why This Lull In The Storms Should Be About Getting Ready For More Rain

Southern Californians use the break in the rainy weather to clean up the mess from a string of winter storms.

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What You Should Do If You End Up Driving In A Flooded Area

Yes, it’s that bad now but there are things you can do to prepare.

Cars drive in the dark with their headlights, splashing through standing water on a roadway

Mudslides. Flood Warnings. Evacuations. This Week’s Storms Hit Southern California Hard

What you need to know

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A Massive Winter Storm Hit Southern California — Here's What We Know

The first cold front moved faster than forecast overnight, with still high winds, more showers, and sporadic heavy rain expected Thursday.

A swirling cloud mass is visible over the Atlantic Ocean nearly the U.S. West Coast

Winter Wildflowers Are Popping In Anza-Borrego. How To Visit And What To Know

A deep soaking rain in September helped germinate seeds at the state park in eastern San Diego County.

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RIP, P-22. Why The Beloved Mountain Lion Was Such A Big Deal For LA

For the last decade, the cougar called Griffith Park home and lived a remarkably adventurous life.

The holidays are fatberg season. What they are and why you should care

Fatbergs, explained. And, yes, it’s as gross as it sounds.

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What you should know about the 20 biggest wildfires in recorded California history

All but two have burned in the last 20 years.

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Every day is now fire season. Let's get you ready for the next wildfire burning near you

We all need to be concerned — and prepared.

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How Folks In Pacoima Are Fighting The Heat — With Asphalt Paint

Earlier this year, Pacoima Beautiful painted 10 square blocks and murals with a special coat that mitigates the hotness of the asphalt, reflects solar waves and beautifies the area.

Half a dozen people are painting asphalt at a park using long paint rollers.

Flash Flood Warnings? Watches? Here’s What You Need To Know

We break down every type of flood notice from the National Weather Service and what you need to do at each step.

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Evacuation terms can be confusing. Here’s what they mean and how to sign up for alerts

Not all emergency agencies use the same language. Here’s your rundown on how evacuation orders work

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