EnvironmentDon't Count On El Niño For Sierra SnowpackOctober 19, 2015 | Ed JoyceAfter a record low snowpack in the Sierra Nevada last spring, runoff was also at record lows. Don't expect a strong El Niño to help change that this winter. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentFeds To Review 2008 Truckee Canal BreachOctober 19, 2015 | Bob MoffittThe federal government has begun the environmental review process for repairs to a canal that breached and flooded nearly 600 properties in 2008.
EnvironmentForecast: Strong El Niño Will Improve California DroughtOctober 15, 2015 | Ed JoyceThe latest forecast from NOAA's Climate Prediction Center shows El Niño will help improve the drought in parts of California by the end of January. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Butte Fire Officials: Crews Faced Erratic Flames, Many Did Not Follow Evacuation OrdersOctober 15, 2015 | Alan RayTwo weeks after the Butte Fire in Amador and Calaveras counties was contained, fire managers are assessing the blaze and the effort to fight it.
EnvironmentFire Restrictions Reinstated At Eldorado National ForestOctober 15, 2015 | Bob MoffittThe U.S. Forest Service will reinstate fire restrictions for the Eldorado National Forest Saturday less than two weeks after lifting them.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezFeds Tour Area Affected By Butte FireOctober 15, 2015On Insight, we’ll speak with USDA Undersecretary Robert Bonnie about his visit to the northern California burn area Wednesday and some of the challenges in funding fire-fighting. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State Finds 5 Percent Of Produce Has Too Much PesticideOctober 14, 2015 | Ben BradfordAn annual investigation of pesticides in California produce found about one in 20 pieces of fruit and vegetables violated federal standards. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentStudy: Cal-ISO, PacifiCorp Electric Transmission Grid Merger Saves MoneyOctober 13, 2015 | Ed JoyceThe creation of a regional electric transmission grid for six western states, including California, has moved a step closer to reality. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Below Average Apple Crop Could Lead To Higher PricesOctober 12, 2015 | Lesley McClurgCalifornia's apple harvest is ending three weeks earlier than usual. The California Apple Commission predicts this year's crop will be about 8 to 10 percent below normal. Farmers blame the weather. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentEPA Promises More Fines For Diesel PollutersOctober 12, 2015 | Ben Bradford The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency expects to levy more fines against out-of-state trucking and bus companies operating in California, after issuing one last week. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
