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fromThe Mercury News
1 month agoLetters: A nuanced approach to fire safety is best
We all want to minimize the risk of fire to our homes and communities, but the EMBER plan is a simplistic, one-size-fits-all response to fire preparedness. The EMBER plan promotes, among other recommendations, that all vegetation within 5 feet of the house be removed. Trees and plants near and around homes provide shade and insulation, keeping homes cooler. Cooler homes reduce the need for air conditioning, which is a contributor to greenhouse gases that contribute to conditions for extreme wildfires.
Public health
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month agoHow fire scientist in charge of California power shutoffs uses a time machine'
At PG&E's weather lab in San Ramon, Scott Strenfel studies a huge digital map on the wall displaying temperatures, dew points and humidity levels across California. At a spot in Kern Hills outside of Bakersfield, wind gusts of 39 mph were forecast to hit. Hey team, thunderstorm outflow down in Kern at 3 p.m., Strenfel calls out to his fellow scientists, each behind double computer screens.
Environment
California
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 month agoWildfire prevention festival gives North Bay homeowners tools to stay safe during fire season
Residents learned fire-safe landscaping and defensible space practices to reduce wildfire risk, removing flammable plants like juniper and bamboo and using fire-safe mulch.
California
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months agoBill requiring removal of unused power lines to avoid wildfire risks dies in Sacramento
A California bill to require utilities to remove decommissioned power lines and strengthen wildfire-prevention infrastructure failed in the legislature, drawing frustration from Sen. Pérez.
Agriculture
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 months ago12 sheep, goats from fire-preventing grazing herd die after poisoned by native plants in Marin Co.
Managed sheep and goats reduce wildfire fuel, but a recent snakeroot poisoning outbreak killed multiple animals and revealed toxic grazing risks during unmanaged vegetation clearing.
fromKqed
4 months agoCalifornia Has Invested Billions in Forest Fire Efforts. Newsom Wants the US to Follow | KQED
Gov. Gavin Newsom emphasized the need for the federal government to significantly increase its investments in forest management, stating California's contributions are substantial but insufficient compared to the need.
California
fromwww.mercurynews.com
5 months agoMonte Sereno's new city manager moves up from interim role
We're thrilled to have Diana take on the role of city manager permanently, said Mayor Burton Craig, adding that her experience and knowledge, coupled with her extensive background in city planning, makes her the ideal choice to lead Monte Sereno.
San Francisco
Mission District
fromSan Jose Spotlight
6 months agoLos Gatos group collaborates on reducing wildfire risk - San Jose Spotlight
A major wildfire risk reduction project in Santa Clara County aims to treat 840 acres of forestland.
Collaboration and advanced technology are key for effective fire mitigation efforts.
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