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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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California is one of five states that had their warmest summers on record.
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There’s a rising need for air conditioning amid global heating. Older people are particularly at risk when it comes to worsening heat.
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Thunderstorms likely for Ventura and Santa Barbara counties.
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Look out for wildlife with burnt paws, or singed feathers. And call the authorities if you spot anything.
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Santa Barbara and Ventura counties could see thunderstorms Thursday.
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But there has been modest progress for some cities and the county.
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240 residents on the Peninsula are now without power.
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That means another cool day for the Southland.
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The 5-year-old boy had to be airlifted to the hospital for non-life threatening injuries earlier this month.
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The Line Fire has burned more than 38,000 acres in San Bernardino County. More than 73,000 structures — including homes and businesses — have been threatened.
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There's a small chance of showers this morning from the coast to the mountains.
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Food pantries and meals-on-wheels organizations are taking on a new role during climate emergencies.
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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As Los Angeles rebuilds from the Eaton and Palisades fires, climate activists want to retire the gas utility pipelines and and hope to persuade people to rebuild homes as all-electric.Listen 3:50
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The challenges Woolsey Fire survivors have faced offer a warning for victims of the Palisades and Eaton fires.
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A new bill would provide more transparency into how much wildfires will affect insurance rates.
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FEMA announced the cancellation of a grant that helps communities prepare for natural disasters. Rancho Palos Verdes planned to use its share of the funds to address the Portuguese Bend landslide.
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Gov. Gavin Newsom reset his relationship with President Donald Trump after the Los Angeles fires, but he has yet to secure the disaster aid he wants.
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After the fog and clouds burn off, expect a partly sunny and mild day in SoCal on Friday, with highs near 65.
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L.A.’s proposed budget cuts include eliminating the Climate Emergency Mobilization Office and staff tasked with monitoring pollution from oil wells.
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The air agency doesn’t plan to monitor the air or take any immediate steps to protect schools and households from the gas, which can damage lungs and cause neurological effects.
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Expect cooler weather today for most areas, with partly cloudy skies.
