Bay Area
Bay Area
Oakland settles “last remaining claims” in deadly Ghost Ship fire
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The recent settlement addressed emotional distress and loss of personal property in the deadly 2016 warehouse fire.Fires
Electrical fire burns marijuana grow warehouse with 2,000 plants
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Police are investigating the fire, which was quickly controlled; they have not yet reported whether the grow was legal.City
Piedmont survives power shutoff with few incidents
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In spite of high winds, low humidity and fire danger, community was mostly unscathed. But fire chief warns residents not to let down their guard.Featured in Category
UPDATE: East Bay parks’ closure extended thru Wed. morning
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Closures include Anthony Chabot, Lake Chabot, Roberts, Sibley, Tilden, and Wildcat among others.Featured in Category
UPDATE: Fire in Oakland Hills now contained
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Limited to two homes and some vegetation, the cause of the fire is under investigation but appears related to a generator.Bay Area
Red Flag warning for high winds, fire weather starting Sunday
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The warning lasts from 11am on Sunday to 11am Tuesday and could include wind gusts up to 70 mph.City
PG&E Public Safety Power Shutoff possible for portions of Piedmont starting Sunday evening
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Neighborhoods off Park Blvd and along Moraga are likely to be affected; power is expected to return no later than Tues.City
Significant wind event prompts Red Flag warning for Sun-Mon
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PG&E is also monitoring the weather and developing plans for a possible PSPS event that could impact Piedmont.Bay Area
