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Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Thousands of illegal marijuana plants removed from California national park

Rangers removed a 13-acre illegal marijuana grow in Sequoia National Park, eradicating 2,377 plants, hazardous chemicals, and extensive environmental damage; investigation continues.
fromLos Angeles Times
2 weeks ago

Huge marijuana farm spewing toxic chemicals is busted in Sequoia National Park

Sequoia National Park is home to the world's largest trees and iconic birds including peregrine falcons and bald eagles. But in its backcountry, illegal marijuana grows are wreaking havoc on this biodiverse haven by diverting creeks, poisoning soil with pesticides and dumping thousands of pounds of waste. On Thursday, the National Park Service announced a key win in its decades-long battle against these toxic farms: the removal of nearly 2,400 marijuana plants and around 2,000 pounds of trash from a 13-acre illegal grow site.
Environment
fromwww.sgvtribune.com
1 month ago

Body of missing woman found in Sequoia National Park after months-long search

The body of Jomarie Calasanz, a 26-year-old woman who went missing in the Kaweah River on May 25, was recovered on July 24 after extensive search efforts.
Public health
California
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

California teacher found dead in Sequoia National Park after being reported missing a day before

A missing high school basketball coach was found dead in Sequoia National Park after separating from his group during a hike.
#crystal-cave
fromTravel + Leisure
4 months ago
California

A Famous Site in California's Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks Is Reopening in May For the First Time Since 2023

fromTravel + Leisure
4 months ago
California

A Famous Site in California's Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks Is Reopening in May For the First Time Since 2023

SF parents
fromLos Angeles Times
3 months ago

L.A. woman trying to save sister is swept away by roaring river. Treacherous waters imperil rescue

Jomarie Calasanz jumped into the Kaweah River to save her sister and is currently missing as search efforts have been scaled down due to unsafe conditions.
fromSFGATE
3 months ago

LA woman swept away in Sequoia National Park river while trying to save sister

Jomarie Calasanz's disappearance during a family outing in Sequoia National Park has resulted in tragic search efforts, reflecting the park's dangerous river conditions.
SF parents
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