Climate & Environment

Native Plants Are In Decline. This SoCal Conservation Group Has A Unique Seed Program To Save Them

The Irvine Ranch Conservancy is spreading the seeds across 40,000 acres of land throughout Southern California.

A close up of a plant with various purple flowers growing out of the stem.

A 'cool roof' can help you beat the heat — and save money

Highly reflective roofs can help cool our homes, communities and the globe.

Aerial view of housing in Los Angeles with a view to the city's downtown skyline in the distance.

With Lightning On Its Way, Is It Time To Start Worrying About Big Fires?

In previous years, lightning in August has been disastrous. But that was when we were in drought conditions.

Firefighters are silhouetted on ridge with the sky full of red smoke

Feds Ease Up On Colorado River Restrictions — For Now

This year’s wet winter helped save the river from collapse. But a reckoning is on the horizon.

In the center of this shot is a straight, narrow line of water stretching out into the horizon and flanked by arid land.

Geese Land In Tar Pits

Two of the birds survived and are recovering.

Image of International Bird Rescue staff washing oil off of a Canada Goose in a large bucket. The goose appears to be completely covered in black oil.

Wildfires can destroy water lines, leaving hydrants dry. How you can help firefighters

Water tanks and swimming pools can go a long way.

A helicopter flies near the Hollywood sign as a firefighter sprays waters on burned terrain.

High Temperatures May Cause Flex Alerts This Week

California’s grid operator says the grid could get stressed as we try to cool ourselves down.

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Your SoCal Weather Report For August 16-18: Latest Forecast On Hurricane Hilary

The National Weather Service is monitoring Hurricane Hilary along the coast of Baja California which could bring a tropical storm our way, including heavy rain, gusty winds and potential flooding to Southern California.

A geothermal map of SoCal in shades of red, purple and orange indicating temperature ranges.

A New Gray Wolf Pack Is Found 200 Miles South Of California's Nearest-Known Pack

Gray wolves used to roam most of North America before being hunted, trapped and driven out of most of the continental U.S. by the early 1900s. They are native to California.

A gray wolf is seen in the Sequoia National Forest.

For These SoCal Residents, The Deadly Maui Fire Hit Close To Home. Now They're Mobilizing Aid Efforts

Everything from toiletries and infant care supplies to first aid equipment is being shipped to the island.

Volunteers dressed in black T-shirts form a line to help haul donated aid items for people affected by the fire in Maui.

How This Two-Step Shuffle Can Save You From A Painful Stingray Attack

Long Beach researchers are studying the effectiveness of the so-called stingray shuffle against the flat fish’s piercing barb.

A round stingray flattened and camouflaged against dark brown sand. It looks like a thin brown mushroom cap with round orange spots and two eyes. Its sharp tail spine extends behind it.

After Decades, A Tribe's Vision For A New Marine Sanctuary Could Be Coming True

The Biden administration is moving ahead with what could be the largest national marine sanctuary in the continental U.S. A Native American tribe is hoping to be partners in managing it.

A wide shot off the coast, looking out at the water.

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