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West Valley may build new homes in risky fire zones - San Jose Spotlight

California mandates housing in high fire-risk areas, raising concerns about safety and insurance for residents.

Silicon Valley real estate

Los Angeles

West Valley city with highest fire risk seeks emergency manager - San Jose Spotlight

Los Gatos establishes a full-time emergency preparedness manager role to enhance wildfire protection and disaster readiness.

West Valley may build new homes in risky fire zones - San Jose Spotlight

California mandates housing in high fire-risk areas, raising concerns about safety and insurance for residents.

Los Angeles

West Valley city with highest fire risk seeks emergency manager - San Jose Spotlight

Los Gatos establishes a full-time emergency preparedness manager role to enhance wildfire protection and disaster readiness.

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fromWIRED

Environment

Wildfires Are One of Hurricane Helene's Lasting Legacies

Hurricane damage leads to increased fire risk due to fallen trees providing fuel and impeding firefighting efforts.

US news

fromwww.npr.org

Severe weather and critical fire risk, ranked 'multi-hazard,' expected nationwide

A severe spring storm will impact the U.S. with thunderstorms, tornado risks, and dangerous travel conditions predicted this week.

fromKqed

California

Rain in Southern California Will Aid Firefighters but Create a Risk of Toxic Ash Runoff | KQED

Heavy rainfall over burn areas poses significant danger for debris flows, prompting warnings and environmental cleanup efforts.

#weather

Los Angeles

Southern California red flag warning extended to Thursday night

Southern California remains at high fire risk due to low humidity and returning winds despite the weakening of Santa Ana winds.

Los Angeles

Fall baking! SoCal temperatures are set to soar above normal. How high will they go?

Southern California faces extreme heat as temperatures rise to triple digits, with warnings for record-breaking highs and increased fire risk.

fromKqed

6 months ago

Science

Bay Area Heat Wave Is Sticking Around With Scorching Temperatures Into the Weekend | KQED

The Bay Area heat wave is extended, raising temperatures and increasing fire risks, with relief expected by early next week.

Los Angeles

Southern California red flag warning extended to Thursday night

Southern California remains at high fire risk due to low humidity and returning winds despite the weakening of Santa Ana winds.

Los Angeles

Fall baking! SoCal temperatures are set to soar above normal. How high will they go?

Southern California faces extreme heat as temperatures rise to triple digits, with warnings for record-breaking highs and increased fire risk.

fromKqed

6 months ago

Science

Bay Area Heat Wave Is Sticking Around With Scorching Temperatures Into the Weekend | KQED

The Bay Area heat wave is extended, raising temperatures and increasing fire risks, with relief expected by early next week.

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Madera County on Oct. 28

A wildfire has ignited in Madera County, California, with unknown containment and cause as of the reporting time.

fromInsideEVs

6 months ago

Alternative transportation

Porsche Recalls Over 27,000 Taycan EVs Because Of Battery Fire Risk

27,000 Porsche Taycan EVs recalled for high-voltage battery issues posing fire risks.

Temporary charging limit advised for some models pending further investigation.

Cars

fromEngadget

Jeep recalls 194,000 plug-in hybrids due to fire risks

Stellantis recalls 194,000 Jeep hybrids due to fire risk, advising owners to reduce battery charging and park safely.

San Francisco

fromsfist.com