Bay Area
Fires
CPUC approves plan to require frequent inspections of PG&E fire safety practices
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One of the things California Public Utilities Commission will ask PG&E: can safety concerns be raised without fear of retaliation?commentary
Commentary | As LA fires rage, Governor Newsom and Mayor Bass are targets in the blame game
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Newsom and Bass couldn't have prevented wind-propelled flames from igniting homes and businesses around the city.California
Following historic wildfire disasters, a statewide dry spell intensifies and extreme fire weather conditions persist in SoCal
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Current outlook suggests little if any relief for the foreseeable future.California
LA fires could drastically drive up insurance premiums — and test California’s new market rules
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A preliminary estimate of the economic toll from this set of fires is $52 billion to $57 billion — and they are continuing to burn.wildfires
LA fires underscore how much California has to lose if Trump withholds disaster aid
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The federal government typically covers 75% of rebuilding costs after a major disaster.wildfires
California infernos in January? Here’s why wildfire season keeps getting longer and more devastating
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Whatever NIMBYism that gave comfort to some Californians — never having a fire in their community before — no longer applies to most areas.California
Too wet and too dry: The crazy north-south gap in California’s rain
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This season’s huge — possibly unprecedented — disparity works in favor of the state’s water supplies.Bay Area
Wind advisory in effect for East Bay hills, among other Bay Area regions
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Expect gusty winds, up to 50 mph, through Wednesday morning.Climate
