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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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"Limited resource availability continues to hamper control efforts," said one official incident update.
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Gusty winds over the San Gabriel mountains this morning could hinder Bridge Fire containment effortsWe're still enjoying cooler weather through the week.
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No damage has been reported within an hour after the temblor.
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One of the world’s most high-tech indoor vertical farms is growing leafy greens in Compton.
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Parts of the Southland are experiencing poor air quality because of raging wildfires. Long-term exposure could negatively affect your health.
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A judge ruled the law is illegal, but a state bill could reverse the decision.
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Cooler weather in store for the next few days.
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Grocery stores are filled with foods that are produced in ways that contribute to global heating, but you could get off that cycle with the free fruit trees across Southern California.
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Farmers in California are trying to plant crops that don't require a lot of water. Some are turning to growing agave as a response to a warming state.
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We're looking at 10 degrees cooler across the Southland.
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Some 65,600 structures, 13,000 under evacuation orders, remain threatened as the fire burns in steep terrain.
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Bold cabernet sauvignon wines made Napa Valley famous. Now, hotter temperatures are starting to damage the grapes, so some wineries are starting to experiment.
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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Expect temperatures between 10 and 20 degrees above average for inland areas today.
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The L.A. County Board of Supervisors has voted to create a "Unified Permitting Authority" aimed at cutting red tape for wildfire survivors who want to rebuild their homes.
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On any given day, around 215 crews work to clear the burn zones of the Palisades and Eaton fires while keeping debris out of the air.
