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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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Foggy mornings, warm days ahead.
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Apartment owners can apply for the first phase of rebates, and the second phase for single-family homeowners will open in coming weeks.
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Some waste piles seen were three stories tall. Supervisor Kathryn Barger says stricter regulations and penalties are needed.
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A dense fog advisory is in effect until 9 a.m.
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Planet-heating and health-harming pollution is down, according to the latest data.
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We're at the end of this early October heatwave.
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The issue has stirred enough concern to capture the attention of Gov. Gavin Newsom, who has announced a multi-agency effort focused on lithium battery safety and first responder training.
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The nation’s agricultural policies — and the price of your food — are at stake this November.
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There are big implications for the Colorado River and boosting local water supplies.
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UC Davis researchers have found that 2020’s megafires meant Central Valley nut orchards produced a smaller crop the following year.
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Excessive heat advisories have been extended until Monday 8 p.m.
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It’ll be around 10 degrees hotter than normal for much of the Southland.
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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Officials are warning visitors to be flexible and enjoy all parts of the national park, not just the known favorites.
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New research shows what happens when cities add sidewalks and take other pedestrian-friendly steps.
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Two Congressional reports make clear that, with increasingly frequent hurricanes, floods, and fires, "the model of insurance as it stands right now isn't working."
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Local scuba divers work to clean up “ghost nets.”
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High surf will continue along Ventura and L.A. county beaches through Sunday
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We throw a lot more stuff away during the holidays.
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It's looking like 2024 will be the hottest year since record-keeping began, unseating 2023 for the top spot.Listen 3:27
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We're looking at slightly warmer temperatures toward the end of the week.
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You have until this month to put your tree out on the curb for recycling in most cities and unincorporated communities in L.A. County.
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Windy conditions will continue until the early morning.
