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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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You may have seen a tsunami hit San Francisco in a movie, but what would it really be like?
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What would it take for a tsunami to hit the California coast?
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Shaking was likely felt as far away as Santa Maria and briefly prompted a tsunami warning.
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Less cloudy today than Wednesday.
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The ban also includes wax or paper fire logs.
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Low clouds will continue until the afternoon.
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Californians pay billions for power companies’ wildfire prevention efforts. Are they cost-effective?After utility equipment sparked tragic wildfires, PG&E, SCE and SDG&E received state approval to collect $27 billion from ratepayers.
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Low clouds this morning followed by afternoon sunshine.
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Another dry and warm day on tap for the Southland.
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The long-term survival of western Joshua trees is threatened due to climate change, wildfires and land development.
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State lawmakers are set to gavel in a special session
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Most ships discharging ballast water into California waters are inspected, but state officials have tested the water of only 16 ships.
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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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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The decision makes it easier to win approval for highways, bridges, pipelines, wind farms, and other infrastructure projects.Listen 4:06
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Angel City Lumber is trying to find a space where logs salvaged after the Eaton Fire can be stored and milled.
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There are opportunities for the public to share feedback on what will be Southern California largest recycled water projects.Listen 0:39
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Temperatures are above normal for Thursday and Friday in SoCal.
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The Marine Mammal Care Center in San Pedro is reporting no new animals with signs of toxicosis in recent days.
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A warming trend will raise temperatures to around 100 degrees for deserts.
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The drier plants get, the easier they burn. So after a dry rainy season and the recent heat in Southern California, grasses are primed to catch fire.Listen 0:41
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The president is set to sign a bill that will mark the first time Congress has used its powers to attempt to overturn the state's nation-leading auto-emissions standards.
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Communities living near oil drilling want the city to move quickly to reinstate its oil phaseout rule, as well as curtail practices like acid maintenance.Listen 0:46
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Last year the state recorded roughly 1,000 pelicans captured for rehabilitation. This year, only 250 ailing pelicans have been tallied so far, but there are fresh challenges.
