King tide events in Bay Area provide glimpse into climate future, residents urged to join in
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This year's highest tides are hitting the Bay Area through Saturday, with another set arriving January 2-3.
Bay Area
Bay Area Air District lowers threshold for Spare the Air alerts, could double annual warnings
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Residential wood burning is the largest source of particulate matter in the Bay Area during the winter.Climate
La Niña expected to bring ‘extreme’ weather patterns statewide, head climatologist says
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A La Niña weather pattern typically manifests with drier than average conditions in Southern California, and cooler and wetter than normal conditions in the northern part of the state, according to the National Weather Service.California
California prepares for wildfire risk as thunderstorms bring lightning threat
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Residents are reminded to have emergency “go bags” ready and to sign up for local alerts to receive real-time information.Environment
Coastal Cleanup Day aims for world record while turning trash into treasure Saturday
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To participate, you can go online to find an interactive map with exact pick-up locations and event information.Bay Area
September scorcher: Above-average heat sets stage for elevated fire risk this week
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The potential for dry lightning strikes will elevate the threat of fire impacts.Environment
Air District expands ‘Clean Cars for All,’ offering $12K incentives for zero-emission vehicles
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The program, funded by $10 million from state and local sources, aims to reduce financial barriers to driving zero-emission vehicles.California
Newsom declares state of emergency for 7 NorCal counties following February storms
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The declaration covers Humboldt, Sonoma, Mendocino, Modoc, Napa, Shasta, and Trinity counties.Climate
Changing the Game: Study quantifies global impact of local carbon-reduction efforts
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Big results can happen when local communities become more energy independent.Around Town
What’s up with the cool start to NorCal coastal summer?
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We're having one of the coolest starts to summer in decades.California
