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fromThe New Yorker
52 minutes ago

Trump Guts the Forest Service Ahead of Wildfire Season

The Trump Administration's sweeping changes to the Forest Service, which operates under the Department of Agriculture, represent a gutting of an agency that has been a stable fact of life for over a century.
Non-profit organizations
Environment
fromHigh Country News
2 hours ago

A new era of industrial logging looms - High Country News

The U.S. is set to rescind the Roadless Area Conservation Rule, allowing industrialization in previously protected forest areas.
#wildfire
fromBoston.com
1 day ago
US news

Southern California wildfire mostly contained as officials lift many evacuation orders

fromBoston.com
2 days ago
US news

Crews battle fast-growing wildfire in windy Southern California that's forced some to evacuate

fromBoston.com
1 day ago
US news

Southern California wildfire mostly contained as officials lift many evacuation orders

fromBoston.com
2 days ago
US news

Crews battle fast-growing wildfire in windy Southern California that's forced some to evacuate

California
fromLos Angeles Times
8 hours ago

L.A.'s history-making wolf lands in Eastern Sierra. Miles pile up as she seeks forever home

A wolf has entered Inyo County, marking the first sighting in over 100 years, following its journey from Los Angeles County.
Chicago Bears
fromFast Company
12 hours ago

Big Bear bald eagles Jackie and Shadow are about to test whether they can go even more viral

Jackie and Shadow, the Bald Eagles, welcomed two new chicks after laying eggs in February, following a previous unsuccessful clutch in January.
fromTasting Table
20 hours ago

How To Properly Clean Up After An Oven Fire - Tasting Table

Cleaning your oven after a fire is a multi-step process. Once you have safely extinguished the fire, turn off the oven and close the oven door. You should also unplug or disconnect nearby appliances and electronics.
Everyday cooking
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

Brush fire triggers evacuations in Riverside County amid Santa Ana winds

The fire was reported in the 15900 block of Gilman Springs Road in Riverside County, just before 11 a.m. Gusty Santa Ana winds were forecast for much of Southern California on Friday.
LA food
#wildfires
California
fromKqed
2 months ago

Residents Look Back At The Devastating Los Angeles County Wildfires | KQED

Rebuilding after the Jan. 7, 2025 Palisades and Eaton fires has been slow, with fewer than a dozen homes rebuilt and 31 people killed.
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

The Los Angeles wildfires were the perfect storm'. Is the city ready for the next one?

Unprecedented wildfires destroyed over 16,000 structures, killed 31 people, overwhelmed systems, left thousands displaced, and exposed critical failures in preparedness and emergency response.
Environment
fromArs Technica
1 week ago

Study says roads bring more fires to forests; USDA wants more roads to fight fires

Proposed rule to rescind roadbuilding limits in national forests is criticized as a giveaway to the timber industry, undermining wildfire management claims.
fromKqed
2 months ago
California

Residents Look Back At The Devastating Los Angeles County Wildfires | KQED

#camron-stanford-house
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Three-week-old mountain lion cub rescued by California biologists

A lion cub named Crimson was abandoned in the Santa Monica mountains and rescued by the Oakland Zoo due to health issues.
Portland food
fromKqed
3 days ago

Indigenous Communities Reclaim Ancestral Lands and Waters | KQED

The Potter Valley Pomo tribe creates a community forest for youth camps and events, marking a significant cultural initiative in California.
fromSFGATE
3 days ago

Seabirds are dying in large numbers along California beaches

"They didn't even try to fly away. They just feebly made noise," a woman told the Santa Barbara Independent on Saturday after spotting over two dozen dead or dying cormorants near Goleta Beach. "A few were on their stomachs, wings spread [and] gasping for breath.... Heartbreaking."
Miami Marlins
San Francisco
fromSFGATE
3 days ago

Investigation underway for 1-alarm fire in secure area at SFO

A small fire in storage containers at San Francisco International Airport caused no injuries and had no impact on flight operations.
fromSan Jose Spotlight
4 days ago

Cupertino council approves housing in high fire risk area - San Jose Spotlight

"What's the consequences if we allow 800 residents to be in a severe fire with no evacuation routes? We're being asked to choose between two really bad options."
LA real estate
Public health
fromKqed
4 days ago

In 2026, the Bay Area Still Has Lots to Learn from 'Silent Spring' | KQED

MAHA and Robert F. Kennedy Jr. share skepticism of corporate power but diverge on issues like vaccines and pesticide regulation.
#california
fromKqed
4 days ago
Environment

As Sierra Snowpack Dwindles, Concern Mounts Over Fire Risk and Water Management | KQED

California
fromABC7 San Francisco
5 days ago

CA snowpack at 18% of historical average after record hot March melts snow early

California faces a warm snow drought with a snowpack at just 18% of average, impacting water supply and reservoirs.
Environment
fromLos Angeles Times
2 weeks ago

Record heat, melting snow: What does it mean for California's reservoirs

California's snowpack is rapidly diminishing due to record heat, impacting water supply for homes, farms, and ecosystems.
Environment
fromKqed
4 days ago

As Sierra Snowpack Dwindles, Concern Mounts Over Fire Risk and Water Management | KQED

California's April snowpack levels are near record lows due to extreme heat and reduced snowfall.
Environment
fromSFGATE
4 days ago

Why California's in a 'snow drought' even after a wet winter

California's April 1 snowpack is the second lowest on record due to warm temperatures melting snow quickly.
Environment
fromLos Angeles Times
6 days ago

April 1 is supposed to be peak snow in California. Forget that this year

California's Sierra Nevada snowpack is at 18% of average due to record heat and climate change, impacting water systems and increasing wildfire risks.
California
fromABC7 San Francisco
5 days ago

CA snowpack at 18% of historical average after record hot March melts snow early

California faces a warm snow drought with a snowpack at just 18% of average, impacting water supply and reservoirs.
Environment
fromLos Angeles Times
2 weeks ago

Record heat, melting snow: What does it mean for California's reservoirs

California's snowpack is rapidly diminishing due to record heat, impacting water supply for homes, farms, and ecosystems.
fromHigh Country News
6 days ago

Forest Service overhaul sows confusion, concern - High Country News

"Nobody is asking for this. None of the farm groups want this. No one in conservation wants this. Nobody." Robert Bonnie, former Forest Service undersecretary, highlights widespread opposition to the reorganization.
Washington DC
fromFast Company
5 days ago

See it: Air temperatures and pollution around the world are captured in real time in these animated weather maps

We created Earth in Action to provide a lens into what's happening on our planet, as it happens. Whether it's something typical, like the current air temperature, or an extreme event like a major dust storm, we wanted to provide an opportunity for people to see them.
OMG science
California
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

Firefighters contain Southern California brush fires fueled by Santa Ana winds

The Springs fire in Riverside County is 45% contained, with no injuries or structures damaged, but wind could affect growth.
fromHigh Country News
20 hours ago

The Trump administration sent Greater Yellowstone into chaos. What's next? - High Country News

We found our route but advanced only a few hundred yards before encountering an impassable logjam. The dense forests on either side meant that we couldn't go around it, only through.
Environment
Snowboarding
fromSnowBrains
5 days ago

SnowBrains Forecast: Up to 1 Foot for California Through Thursday, Then Warm and Mostly Dry - SnowBrains

A fast-moving storm will bring significant snow to the Tahoe area before a warm, dry pattern sets in.
California
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

Endangered salmon returned to Northern California, then the money dried up

The state is ending support for salmon restoration efforts, jeopardizing the reintroduction of winter-run Chinook to ancestral waters.
Environment
fromMail Online
3 days ago

Plume of 'hazardous' air triggers warning to lock windows in Southwest

A major southwestern city is under a hazardous air quality alert due to toxic fine particulate matter, prompting residents to stay indoors.
California
fromABC7 San Francisco
5 days ago

San Bernardino Co. tests fighting fires with oxygen vibrations, sound waves instead of water

A new firefighting system uses sound waves instead of water to extinguish flames, developed by Sonic Fire Tech.
LA real estate
fromtherealdeal.com
2 weeks ago

Wildfire rebuild roadblocks breed very little predictability

Wildfire rebuilding progress remains slow due to complex, non-linear permitting processes and insurance barriers rather than a single straightforward obstacle.
California
fromLos Angeles Times
4 days ago

Intense Santa Ana winds and damaging gusts to pound Southern California this weekend

Santa Ana winds will impact Southern California this weekend with gusts up to 60 mph, but the fire threat remains minimal.
#snowpack
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
5 days ago
Environment

The March heat wave has wiped out the western snowpack

The western U.S. snowpack is critically low, exacerbated by a record heat wave, raising concerns about water shortages and wildfires.
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago
Environment

On a whole other level': rapid snow melt-off in American west stuns scientists

Record-low snowpack levels in the American West threaten water supply due to a historically warm winter and rapid melt-off.
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

On a whole other level': rapid snow melt-off in American west stuns scientists

Record-low snowpack levels in the American West threaten water supply due to a historically warm winter and rapid melt-off.
Renovation
fromLos Angeles Times
32 years ago

Fire Fight at the Selleck Corral

Tom Selleck's Thousand Oaks ranch survived the Green Meadow fire due to fire-sprinkler systems, water wells, and fire-retardant vegetation clearing he implemented over the previous year.
Environment
fromEarth911
1 week ago

The West Is Burning Before Summer Even Starts, and It's No Accident

Nevada set a new March high temperature record of 106°F, exceeding the previous record by 6 degrees during a significant heat wave.
Environment
fromHigh Country News
1 week ago

Why intentional fires can still be safe during this dry spring - High Country News

Prescribed and cultural burning is essential for managing vegetation and preventing wildfires in the West, even during dry conditions.
#wildfire-smoke
#wildfire-prevention
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago
Environment

Can culling your garden slow a wildfire? A California city pins its hopes on a contested plan

Homeowners in high-risk wildfire areas must remove flammable vegetation near their homes, including beloved plants, as part of new Zone 0 fire safety regulations requiring cleared space around structures.
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago
California

Legislators eye new prevention efforts in fire-scarred California: 'A tipping point'

California legislators introduced a dozen bills to prevent wildfires and reduce damage following devastating January fires that killed 31 people and caused $250 billion in losses.
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Can culling your garden slow a wildfire? A California city pins its hopes on a contested plan

Homeowners in high-risk wildfire areas must remove flammable vegetation near their homes, including beloved plants, as part of new Zone 0 fire safety regulations requiring cleared space around structures.
California
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Legislators eye new prevention efforts in fire-scarred California: 'A tipping point'

California legislators introduced a dozen bills to prevent wildfires and reduce damage following devastating January fires that killed 31 people and caused $250 billion in losses.
US politics
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Klein: Why the Carney fire is still burning

Trump withdrew Mark Carney's invitation while pursuing Greenland and transactional foreign moves; Carney used Davos to critique American hegemony and call for principled resistance.
Environment
fromLos Angeles Times
3 weeks ago

California's snowpack was already meager. Now comes an extraordinary heat wave

California's Sierra Nevada snowpack is at 48% of average due to an extremely warm winter, with rapid melting accelerated by an incoming heat wave threatening the state's water supply.
#wildfire-recovery
Environment
fromEarth911
3 weeks ago

Sustainability In Your Ear: The XPRIZE Wildfire Competition Heats Up

Autonomous systems and AI-enabled technology can reduce wildfire detection and response time from 40 minutes to 10 minutes, potentially preventing catastrophic losses.
fromLos Angeles Times
3 weeks ago

If the giant sequoia is dying out, why are there tens of thousands of seedlings and saplings?

The new trees number in the thousands - at least 4,000 per acre or as many as 20,000, depending on who is counting. A few rise above head-height, the most energetic sentinels of regeneration. What will become of this nursery in the wild in the next hundred years, or thousand, is the crux of a scientific and policy dispute.
Environment
#wildfire-preparedness
fromKqed
2 months ago
US politics

Sierra Foothills Community Could Provide Blueprint For Building Homes In Era Of Megafires | KQED

fromKqed
2 months ago
Environment

Living With Fire: Inside Northern California's First 'Wildfire-Prepared Neighborhood' | KQED

fromKqed
2 months ago
US politics

Sierra Foothills Community Could Provide Blueprint For Building Homes In Era Of Megafires | KQED

fromKqed
2 months ago
Environment

Living With Fire: Inside Northern California's First 'Wildfire-Prepared Neighborhood' | KQED

fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

A push to end a fractured approach to post-fire contamination removal

The patchwork efforts to identify and safely remove contamination left by the 2025 Eaton and Palisades fires has been akin to the Wild West. Experts have given conflicting guidance on best practices. Shortly after the fires, the federal government suddenly refused to adhere to California's decades-old post-fire soil-testing policy; California later considered following suit. Meanwhile, insurance companies have resisted remediation practices widely recommended by scientists for still-standing homes.
Public health
Environment
fromEarth911
1 month ago

Guest Idea: The Wildfire Season You're Not Prepared For

Extreme wildfire conditions caused by heat, drought, and wind alignment have nearly tripled globally over 45 years, with human-caused climate change responsible for over half this increase, making simultaneous extreme fire weather across multiple regions increasingly common.
#zone-zero
fromKqed
2 months ago

Living With Fire: Inside Northern California's First 'Wildfire-Prepared Neighborhood' | KQED

"Fire-hardened homes are the future of the state of California," said El Dorado County Supervisor George Turnboo.
California
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

Leaked memo reveals California debated cutting wildfire soil testing before disaster chief's exit

One year ago, Nancy Ward, then the director of the California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES), petitioned the Federal Emergency Management Agency to spearhead the cleanup of toxic ash and fire debris cloaking more than 12,000 homes across Los Angeles County. Although Ward's decision ensured the federal government would assume the bulk of disaster costs, it came with a major trade off.
California
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Study finds global increase in hot, dry days ideal for wildfires

Hot, dry, windy days ideal for extreme wildfires have nearly tripled globally over 45 years; human-caused climate change drives over half of that increase.
California
fromHigh Country News
2 months ago

Digging out in the Palisades Fire burn zone - High Country News

Massive California wildfires destroyed neighborhoods, causing deep emotional trauma, health hazards, displaced families, and hazardous cleanup work for responders in contaminated zones.
California
fromABC7 New York
2 months ago

A year after LA-area wildfires destroyed thousands of homes, fewer than a dozen have been rebuilt

Fewer than a dozen homes rebuilt after the Jan. 7, 2025 Palisades and Eaton fires due to insurance delays, funding shortfalls, and contaminated sites.
#multi-ignition-wildfires
Environment
fromKqed
2 months ago

Maidu Tribes Reignite Ancestral Fire Stewardship in the Sierra Foothills | KQED

Berry Creek Maidu revived traditional controlled burns to restore ecological stewardship, protect gathering areas for food and basket materials, and train community members.
Environment
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Bay Area fire chief accuses State Parks of obstructing wildfire-prevention work

State Parks blocked firefighters from clearing vegetation above Blackhawk, citing protections for manzanita, wildlife and burial sites, delaying wildfire hazard reduction.
fromKqed
2 months ago

Maidu Tribes Reignite Ancestral Fire Stewardship in the Sierra Foothills | KQED

Before burning the meadow, Herrera urged everyone to think about those who would gather materials in the coming months. "It's going to be a place where our people can gather food, fibers and medicines," she said. "We want to make sure all of that stuff stays really clean." Basket weavers often hold materials in their mouths, and it's long been a challenge to find plants free of fuel or herbicides. Here, the tribe can tend its garden as it chooses.
Environment
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Mapped: how the world is losing its forests to wildfires

Global forests are burning at accelerating rates, doubling tree-cover loss over two decades and with 135,000 km burned in 2024, the worst year on record.
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Three LA wildfire victims on surviving the horror and what happened next

Winds-driven January fires in Los Angeles destroyed homes, killed 31 people, and forced families into prolonged displacement and repeated temporary housing during slow recoveries.
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