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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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Wind advisories end today.
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Wind advisories have been issued for some parts of the Southland.
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Experts don’t know how much gas prices may rise from the new climate rules, which give incentives for low-carbon fuels. The board ordered an annual review.
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A lot is at stake with the Trump administration: California's water projects, its uniqu clean air rules, offshore wind and wildfire disaster aid.
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We're monitoring wildfires as Santa Ana winds get stronger and create dangerous situations.
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The fire was at 20% containment Thursday, but winds and weather are still a big concern.
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There could be similar buyout programs in the future if federal funding is available.
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The U.S. Navy is four months into a year-long plan to dismantle the hangar remains and haul away toxic debris.
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We're monitoring wildfires as Santa Ana winds get stronger and create dangerous situations.
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A fast-burning fire in the mountains was pushed by exceptionally strong and dry Santa Ana winds, burning thousands of acres, destroying homes and forcing evacuations.
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Strong Santa Ana winds bring fire weather concerns to the Southland.
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From kittens, birds, and manatees — we’ve got you covered.
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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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.
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Here’s what local animal organizations are doing and how to get in contact with them.
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L.A. County has released a searchable, preliminary map for each area.
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Sometimes, weather is just weather. And other times human-caused climate change had an obvious impact.
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These photos chronicle the catastrophic scale of destruction from wildfires in L.A. County that started on Jan. 7.
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Firefighting efforts got a leg up Tuesday from weaker than predicted winds — but harsh fire conditions are still in the forecast.
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"People have lost everything," says FEMA administrator Deanne Criswell. More than 24,000 have already applied for assistance from FEMA, but Criswell says that number is certain to rise.Listen 4:41
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In a city prone to large natural disasters, L.A. firefighters are widely considered to be among the best in the business at knocking down urban wildfires. But in the extreme conditions lately, experts say little can be done even to slow these modern fires.Listen 3:52
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With fire danger still high, authorities implore you to follow evacuation orders. Lives are at stakeHeroic rescues. Heartbreaking tragedies. And no need for many of them, emergency response leaders say.
