EnvironmentHere’s what you need to know about Northern California’s atmospheric river weather eventSeptember 19, 2022 | Manola SecairaThis storm is bringing heavy rainfall, causing concerns for potential flooding. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentAs Mosquito Fire grows to largest in California this year, firefighters prepare for weekend stormSeptember 16, 2022 | Manola Secaira | Vicki Gonzalez | Claire Morgan | Andrew Nixon | Emily ZentnerCal Fire officials described the changing conditions as a “mixed blessing,” with the potential for rain but also for strong winds.
EnvironmentMosquito Fire smoke impacts air quality, solar power generationSeptember 9, 2022 | Manola SecairaSince it started Tuesday, the fire has burned over 29,500 acres and generated a massive plume, sending smoke into the Tahoe and Reno areas. Here’s how it will impact Northern California through the weekend.
EnvironmentCalifornia approves microplastics testing of drinking water sourcesSeptember 9, 2022California is the first in the world to require monitoring for tiny pieces of plastic, which contaminate people and wildlife globally.
EnvironmentLow-income, communities of color bear the brunt of heatwave impactsSeptember 8, 2022 | Manola SecairaCalifornians have endured a record-breaking heatwave this week, but research says that some communities are hit harder by its effects than others.
EnvironmentFlex Alerts? Rolling blackouts? What to know when heat stresses California's power gridSeptember 8, 2022 | Claire MorganHere’s how to stay informed and prepare yourself when the state’s energy grid operator issues emergency alerts.
EnvironmentPhotos: Fast-growing Mosquito Fire threatens California Gold Rush townsSeptember 7, 2022 | Andrew NixonCapRadio Visual Journalist Andrew Nixon was at the Mosquito Fire in Placer County Wednesday and documented the impact of the fire and current efforts to contain it.
EnvironmentWith Sacramento cooling centers near-empty, volunteers step in to help unhoused amid record-setting heatwaveSeptember 7, 2022 | Chris Nichols | Kristin LamSacramento County contracts with a nonprofit to distribute water to local encampments, but doesn’t always reach every camp. Volunteer groups help fill the gap.
EnvironmentCalifornians again urged to save energy to avoid blackouts Friday as tenacious heatwave continuesSeptember 7, 2022 | Claire MorganThe state’s grid operator, California ISO, has asked residents to conserve power for 10 consecutive days
EnvironmentSacramento breaks record for hottest-ever daySeptember 6, 2022 | Chris HaganTuesday’s 116 degree heat broke a record set on July 17, 1925, when the high in downtown Sacramento hit 114 degrees.
