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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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Rob Caves and his partner's Christmas Tree Lane home survived the Eaton Fire, like the majority of houses on his block. But with ash in the air and no drinkable water, few of his neighbors have returned.
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Churchgoers recruited by Samaritan’s Purse have helped hundreds of Altadenans recover valuables.
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The Aquarium of the Pacific releases its first report card on local sea life.
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Pushing out contaminants allows a fresh supply of water to come in.
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Rainfall totals are likely to be higher than what we saw this week.
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We talk to experts about the safety of the technology and its role in the rebuild.
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A 2019 infrastructure report card gave the state’s levees a "D," citing that despite significant investments, much more work is needed to rehabilitate and improve them.
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Skies will clear this weekend. There's potential for another storm next week.
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Wet weather after the Palisades Fire threatened to wipe out the local population of an endangered fish.
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The investigation into the causes of the Hurst and Eaton fires are still ongoing.
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About a quarter of all new cars registered in California in 2024 were electric cars. The flat sales follow several years of rapid growth.
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The recent rain can wash chemicals, bacteria and trash into the ocean. You don't want to swim in that.
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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For years, Tiptoe has been a beloved sight in Pacific Palisades, quietly tromping along sidewalks and growing a major social media following. But last week, he lost his home to wildfires.
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Family members said Victor Shaw, 66, was shy and reserved in nature, but had a deep love for sports and a tight-knit bond with his younger sister.
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Anthony Mitchell Sr. and his son Justin were waiting for help to evacuate on the day they died in the Eaton fire, family members said. Anthony Sr. was remembered for his devotion to his children.
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As the wildfires in L.A. continue to burn, is it safe to shower? Wash dishes? What if you used tap water by accident? Here’s what to know about the three types of water advisories in effect right now.
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The community has been a sanctuary for Black residents. Homeownership for African Americans in Altadena is about 75% — close to double the national rate.
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From Pacific Palisades to Altadena, devastating wildfires tore through Los Angeles County. Our photographers captured images during the fires.
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What, specifically, happens when investigators try to determine the cause of fires? We interviewed experts to find out.
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Think of PDS or "particular dangerous situation" as the National Weather Service's Rolls Royce for fire weather.
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To better understand the size of the L.A. fires, this tool lets you overlay the fire perimeters on any location in California.
