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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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With extreme weather comes the possibility of power cuts. Here are some tips for what to do beforehand and on making it through an outage.
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Recent ocean water testing found no risks to human health, according to health officials.
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AltaSea, a nonprofit that develops the sustainable ocean economy, is shepherding the program at the Port of Los Angeles.
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It's not the total amount of rain that's a concern. It's how hard that rain is going to fall.
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San Gabriel Valley areas scarred by the Eaton Fire are at “high to very high risk” of debris flows this week.
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We break down every type of flood notice from the National Weather Service and what you need to do at each step.
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The endangered fish were successfully relocated to Santa Barbara County after ash and debris from the Palisades Fire fouled their habitat.
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After thousands of homes were destroyed, many are looking for ways to make Los Angeles safer from wildfires.
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Heavy rain deluged Southern California, with flood warnings and more extreme weather throughout the day.
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Expect gusty winds in mountain and coastal communities before a strong storm moves towards SoCal.
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Construction material and ash will be removed along with six inches of soil in an effort to mitigate contamination.
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The National Weather Service warns that heavy rainfall could cause floods and debris flow in burn scars.
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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Some donation hubs have stopped accepting certain items, especially clothes. But aid is still badly needed. Here's how you can help.
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The agency made the decision after the wildfires and extreme winds earlier this month.
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Wet weather and cooler days to bring relief.
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Cian Lawlor's father was dispatched to the Palisades Fire just over a week ago and he's been working it ever since.Listen 6:08
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With charred earth all over L.A. County, officials are preparing for possible mudslides in burn areas.
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The source of more than half of all wildfires in the Western U.S. remains unknown — a knowledge gap that hampers prevention efforts.
