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UPDATE: Containment of Kincade Fire increased to 84 percent
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With 77,758 acres burned, 374 structures destroyed Cal Fire estimates the fire will be fully contained by Nov 7.Bay Area
In wake of shootings, Orinda city council to discuss short-term rental rules
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Orinda's rules are fairly typical, and, since 2017, owners must register with the city, but other cities, like Danville, ban them altogether.Bay Area
Upper Rockridge man kidnapped, forced to go to ATM and withdraw cash
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The incident took place Wednesday night on Golden Gate Avenue. The victim was released unharmed in Berkeley.Bay Area
Customers affected by PSPS should have power by end of Thursday
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Bay Area should get a breather for a bit -- no windstorms expected for another 7-10 days, however rain is not in the forecast either.City
UPDATE: Power restored to Piedmont; homes near Park Blvd. may see outages extend another day
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City says it hopes residents are using the PSPS as an opportunity prepare for all types of disasters; Fire Chief says it's operating with increased staff.Bay Area
More than 270,000 Bay Area PG&E customers to lose power starting Tuesday morning
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Alameda County can expect 10,306 customers to lose power.Bay Area
Another power shutoff to start Tues morning in Bay Area
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While the coming event is likely to be weaker than Sunday's, the vegetation is now that much dryer and more combustible.Bay Area
UPDATE: Kincade Fire mostly held in place from Monday night into Tuesday
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Fire has burned 75,415 acres, now 15% contained, thanks to the respite of high winds; however winds expected to kick up again today.City
