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A slightly warmer day on tap, with highs in the mid 70s and blustery conditions.
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To help homes survive more intense disasters, FEMA has been developing recommendations for stronger building codes. The Trump administration has pulled them back.
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A windblown dust and ash advisory ends by noon.
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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.
The Interior Department released its plan to open up federal waters off California’s coast to oil drilling, setting up a direct confrontation with Sacramento on energy and climate change.
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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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Today's weather provides ripe conditions for fire weather in some parts of Southern California. Expect low clouds at night.
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The coastal area affected extends from Palos Verdes Peninsula to Huntington Beach.
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Today's weather provides ripe conditions for fire weather in some parts of Southern California.
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Similar to grief circles or other types of peer-support groups, these informal gatherings help people work through the emotional distress of living in a climate emergency
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Bell Canyon residents started training and preparing on their own after witnessing the power and speed of the Woolsey Fire.
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The tiny fragments that tires release into the environment are yet another reason to reduce car use.
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Avoid going into the water or eating fish from the lake.
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Sunny days this week with a cool temperatures expected on Thursday.
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Weather warms up after last week's cool temperatures.
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As part of the collaborative effort, the NAACP's Emergency Management Task Force will regularly meet with FEMA to advance its progress on equity within disaster preparedness.
