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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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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.
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This Pacific storm will bring moderate to heavy rain tonight through Monday.
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More than half of the Colorado River's water is used to grow crops, primarily livestock feed, a new study finds. The river and its users are facing tough decisions as the climate warms.
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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Two NASA research planes will begin flying across SoCal at lower altitudes and doing some special maneuvers in the sky to collect air samples.
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The $10,000 grants can be used for things like home repairs or storage for those forced to leave because of ongoing land movement around Portuguese Bend.
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It will be warm and dry today, but the addition of gusty onshore winds for the interior portions are raising the risk of fire weather for SoCal.
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Experts from UCLA and industry release recommendations, which one L.A. County supervisor calls a roadmap for future policymaking.
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The reasons are varied, ranging from fire dangers to a lack of funding, environmental concerns — and fears of ICE sweeps.
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The judge said the state’s fire insurance of last resort violates the state insurance code.
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The project to spare mountain lions and other animals from having to cross the 101 Freeway is set to be completed in the fall of 2026.
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A warming trend kicks in today for Southern California, but temperatures are still around normal.
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Bacteria in the ocean can make you sick. Here’s what you need to know.
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A GOP plan to sell off public land may be off the table after the advisor to the U.S. Senate said the plan would violate chamber rules.
