EnvironmentIn the face of natural disasters, amateur radio groups fill communications void in rural CaliforniaMarch 10, 2022 | Scott RoddAs California spends big on high-tech disaster solutions, rural communities are embracing the century-old technology of two-way radios as a failsafe. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentRiver Fire human caused, Cal Fire officials sayMarch 7, 2022 | Chris HaganThe River Fire destroyed 142 buildings and burned 2,619 acres in Placer and Nevada counties in August of 2021. While Cal Fire says the fire was human caused, there's no evidence of "malicious intent or criminal activity."
EnvironmentCaltrans reopens Highway 50 after blowing up a cabin-sized boulderMarch 4, 2022 | Megan ManataThe highway is back open in both directions after crews blew up the boulder that fell on Highway 50 near Echo Summit, but a forecasted snowstorm may still slow traffic.
EnvironmentInterview: Climate change is a ‘threat multiplier.’ This researcher says it’ll take cities to stop its effectsMarch 3, 2022 | Manola SecairaCapRadio spoke with researcher Eric Chu on his work in the latest U.N. report on climate change and the role of cities in adapting to its effects.
