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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 and pesky “ankle biters” are back after a couple months of record rain. Plus, how you can mosquito-proof your surroundings.
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From elegant barn owls to elephant seals chilling on the beach and a serene underwater kelp farm, there are plenty of livestream options.
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Astronomical events are twice as exciting with friends.
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Gusts up to 45 mph have been recorded at LAX airport and Catalina Island, according to the National Weather Service.
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The shifting ground in the Portuguese Bend landslide complex is unprecedented.
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Experts say pets are unlikely to be impacted by the eclipse itself — but there are steps their humans should take to help them deal with the crowds, traffic and stress.
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We compiled the best reactions to the rare sizable 4.8 earthquake that hit New Jersey Friday
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The unusually big temblor (yes, that's a real word) rattled folks on the East Coast Friday morning. Here's what we've learned over the years.
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Bring out the umbrella. We're expecting more mountain snow, rain and thunderstorms today.
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Some say the proposal strikes a balance, others worry it could raise electricity costs for some middle and working class households.
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The National Weather Service expects it to look a little like last time, but with lower temperatures and less rain.
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A cold storm is approaching the Southland bringing a chance of rain this afternoon and thunderstorms in the evening.
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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Deadly floods like those in Texas are rare in California, but climate change-fueled storms could make them more likely, climate scientists say.
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Marine mammal researchers are investigating how sea lions were affected by the longest toxic algal bloom on record off the coast of Southern California. Some sea lions are being released back into the wild.Listen 5:43
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In the wake of the tragedy in Texas, LAist set out to get answers about the flood situation here.
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The L.A. Department of Water and Power's "Cool L.A." initiative could help you save.
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One Southern California fire department was "double-digit busier" on Independence Day compared with a typical day.Listen 0:50
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Eagle lovers breathe a sigh of relief after contentious fireworks display went on.
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People living on some streets in the Bluebird Canyon area were told to evacuate because of Monday's brush fire.
