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fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

Southern California faces 'trio of impactful hazards' this week: Extreme heat, fire risk and thunderstorms

Near-record triple-digit heat will hit Southern California, increasing fire risk and combining with monsoonal storms to create extreme heat, wildfire, and storm hazards.
fromSFGATE
1 week ago

Colorado Insurance Plan for Homeowners Goes Bust: Here's Why

FAIR Plan in Colorado provides state-backed insurance for homeowners denied traditional coverage, offering actual cash value up to $750,000.
#weather
fromKqed
2 weeks ago
San Francisco

After Weeks of Chill, the Bay Area Finally Gets Its Summer Sizzle | KQED

fromKqed
3 weeks ago
California

Cool for the Summer: Bay Area Sweater Weather Could Linger Into August | KQED

fromKqed
2 weeks ago
San Francisco

After Weeks of Chill, the Bay Area Finally Gets Its Summer Sizzle | KQED

fromKqed
3 weeks ago
California

Cool for the Summer: Bay Area Sweater Weather Could Linger Into August | KQED

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fromThe Mercury News
2 weeks ago

Letters: Rolling back Roadless Rule threatens our forests, communities

The rollback of the Roadless Rule will jeopardize 60 million acres of protected national forest, increasing wildfire risk and threatening public resources.
California
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Could this Hawaii community be the next Lahaina? Some residents fear a similar wildfire fate

Invasive grasses pose serious wildfire risks in Hawaii, prompting residents to seek Firewise status for safety.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Firefighters tackle blaze in London park as brigade issues wildfire warning

Firefighters contained a significant grass fire in east London during a severe heatwave, highlighting risks associated with elevated temperatures.
#climate-change
California
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Opinion: Californians deserve clarity on what's driving skyrocketing insurance costs

California must develop public catastrophe models to address the insurance market dysfunction caused by climate change.
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fromsfist.com
1 month ago

There's Actually Some Thunderstorm Risk (and Wildfire Risk) In NorCal as We Head Toward 4th of July

In the forecast for Shasta, Siskiyou, and Trinity counties, both wet and dry thunderstorms are likely, increasing wildfire risk and prompting red flag warnings.
California
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fromsfist.com
2 months ago

Here We Go Again PG&E Says First Power Shutoffs of Fire Season Likely' This Weekend

PG&E customers in certain Bay Area counties may experience power shutoffs due to increased wildfire risk this weekend.
Silicon Valley
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Letters: California leaders must help residents fireproof homes

Homeowners must prioritize fire-resistant features to combat ember-driven wildfires effectively.
Strong leadership is essential to address wildfire risk and support homeowners.
San Francisco
fromsfist.com
2 months ago

Weekend Likely to Stay Cool With Sunny Friday Afternoon Forecast; Next Week May Be More of This June Gloom

June in San Francisco has been notably colder than average due to persistent marine layers, affecting local weather patterns.
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

Thunderstorms sweep across SoCal, with lightning bringing risk of fire-starts

"It is kind of a dry lightning setup where you get the lightning that could start a fire but not the rain that would put it out," he said.
Los Angeles
#drought
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago
Germany news

Germany forced to deal with drought DW 05/31/2025

Germany faces severe drought conditions impacting agriculture and increasing wildfire risks, prompting warnings about future water shortages.
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago
Germany news

Not enough rain: How can Germany cope with drought? DW 05/31/2025

Germany is experiencing unprecedented drought conditions, with significant dry spells impacting agriculture and increasing wildfire risks.
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

Germany forced to deal with drought DW 05/31/2025

Germany faces severe drought conditions impacting agriculture and increasing wildfire risks, prompting warnings about future water shortages.
more#drought
California
fromSFGATE
2 months ago

'A lot of hysteria': Wealthy Calif. coastal city is now a high-risk fire zone

Carmel's historic charm is threatened by new designations as a high-risk fire zone, raising concerns among residents about potential changes.
fromKqed
3 months ago

California's Snowpack Shrinks, Igniting Concerns of Early Wildfires | KQED

California faces increased wildfire risk due to faster snowmelt from climate change and potential record-high temperatures this summer.
San Francisco
fromsfist.com
3 months ago

Sunday Links: Palm Springs Fertility Clinic Explosion Declared Terror Attack

The deadly explosion at a Palm Springs fertility clinic is being treated as a deliberate terrorist act.
fromSFGATE
3 months ago

New Residents Are Flocking to These Tourist Destinations-Despite the Risk of Wildfires

In addition to damaging properties, wildfire can also cut off access to utilities, emergency services, impact evacuation routes, and may impact the overall economic well-being of an area.
Los Angeles
fromFast Company
4 months ago

Trump's push to solve wildfires by expanding logging won't work

The USDA plans to enhance logging by 25% while eliminating environmental reviews, impacting almost 59% of national forest lands.
London
fromwww.standard.co.uk
4 months ago

London weather: Easter weekend washout warning as long dry spell nears an end

London experiences rain on Good Friday, ending a dry spell, but expects sunnier weather for the Easter weekend.
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