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LA Wildfires Contaminate Pacific Ocean with Hazardous Ash

The recent Los Angeles wildfires released hazardous ash and debris into the Pacific Ocean, contaminating the water up to 100 miles offshore and raising concerns about the long-term effects on marine life and human health; researchers are monitoring water quality and testing for various toxins.

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Life Below Water
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Los Angeles Film Industry Faces Crisis Amid Job Losses and Wildfires

The Los Angeles film and television industry faces a severe crisis with over 12,000 job losses between May 2023 and May 2024 due to dual strikes, high production costs, and competition from other states, further worsened by recent wildfires that halted filming and devastated the region.

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Decent Work and Economic Growth
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California Evacuations as Heavy Rains Threaten Wildfire-Damaged Areas

Southern California residents are evacuating due to heavy rainfall and debris flows, posing a severe threat to areas recovering from recent wildfires; the storm, the strongest in over a year, is dumping up to 7.5 centimeters of rain on coastal and valley areas, with mountainous areas facing over 15 ...

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Sustainable Cities and Communities
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Chile Wildfires: One Death, 38 Homes Destroyed, Arson Suspected

Widespread wildfires in central-southern Chile have caused one death, destroyed 38 homes, and prompted President Boric to declare a state of emergency in Maule and Ñuble, along with a curfew in La Araucanía due to suspected arson, resulting in 14 arrests.

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Climate Action
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SCE Equipment Suspected in Major California Wildfires

Southern California Edison's equipment is suspected of causing the Hurst Fire (800 acres) and may be linked to the larger Eaton Fire (124,000 acres) in Los Angeles County, resulting in 40 lawsuits, extensive damage, and 29 deaths.

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Climate Action
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Innovation Fights Wildfires: The Lior Boker Initiative

Inspired by the 2010 Carmel fire that killed 44, including her father, the author and her sister created the Lior Boker Innovation Events, a program that uses hackathons and other initiatives to develop life-saving technologies for natural disasters, bringing together diverse partners including tech...

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Wildfires, Climate Change, and the Housing Crisis in California

The recent devastating Los Angeles wildfires, which destroyed thousands of homes and killed dozens, highlight a significant increase in US home construction in high-fire-risk areas, from 13% in 1990 to 31% in 2020, driven by climate change and post-pandemic migration, leading major insurers to withd...

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Sustainable Cities and Communities
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Flash Floods and Mudslides Devastate Wildfire-Damaged Areas of Southern California

Heavy rainfall and strong winds triggered flash floods and mudslides across Southern California, causing significant damage and prompting evacuations in areas already devastated by recent wildfires; at least one firefighter was injured.

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Sustainable Cities and Communities
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Eastern U.S. Winter Storm Causes Widespread Disruptions, California Braces for Atmospheric River

A major winter storm caused widespread power outages, flight cancellations, and hundreds of traffic accidents across the eastern U.S., from Kentucky to Washington D.C., with flooding a major concern as temperatures rise; California braces for an atmospheric river that could flood wildfire-ravaged ar...

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Climate Action
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Los Angeles Wildfires: Chaparral's Role and Effective Mitigation Strategies

Recent wildfires in Los Angeles destroyed over 12,000 structures; while some blame chaparral brush, experts say clearing it could increase fire risk; effective strategies focus on defensible space around homes and fire-resistant building materials.

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Climate Action
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LA Wildfires: Insurance Crisis and Recovery Challenges

The February 3rd containment of the LA wildfires leaves many displaced residents facing insurance and recovery challenges, with legal options available, while a no-money-down loan program offers some relief for those wanting to buy a new home. Between 2020 and 2024, California suffered billions of d...

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Newsom Seeks Unconditional Federal Aid for California Wildfire Survivors

California Governor Gavin Newsom met with President Trump and members of Congress to secure federal disaster relief for survivors of the devastating January wildfires in Los Angeles County, which killed over two dozen people and destroyed thousands of homes. Newsom's meetings involved representative...

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