EnvironmentWildfire Smoke, Heat Creates Unhealthy Air In San JoaquinSeptember 10, 2015 | Ed JoyceAir quality 'unhealthful for sensitive groups' in the San Joaquin Valley due to ozone, wildfire smoke and dust. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentReport Shows Yearly Improvement In California, Nevada DroughtAugust 20, 2015 | Ed JoyceThe latest report shows no weekly change in the drought depiction for California and Nevada, but year over year comparisons show improvement for both states. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentCaltrans Trying To Cut Water Use In HalfAugust 17, 2015 | Katie OrrCaltrans says it’s trying to cut its water use in half. The agency maintains more than 30,000 acres of landscaping along state highways.
EnvironmentForecast Of Lightning In California Brings Wildfire ConcernsJuly 31, 2015 | Ed JoyceThe weather forecast through the weekend includes thunderstorms and lightning for parts of northern California, which could spark new wildfires. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentWorking Outdoors Brings 'Beat The Heat' StrategyJuly 30, 2015 | Ed JoyceTriple digit heat has many people staying cool inside. But outdoor workers don't have that option. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentDrought Tightens Grip In Western U.S. As Wildfires SpreadJuly 30, 2015 | Ed JoyceThe above-average rains of the past week did not ease drought conditions or improve reservoir storage in California. The drought expanded in other parts of the western U.S.
EnvironmentCalifornia Drought: Recent Above-Average Rain No HelpJuly 23, 2015 | Ed JoyceThe "well above-average" rain of the past three months in California has not brought any improvement to drought conditions in the state.
Environment$1.5 Million Fine Proposed For Water Diversion In DroughtJuly 20, 2015 | Amy QuintonCalifornia water regulators have proposed the largest penalty against a senior water right holder since the drought began. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentCalifornia Drought: Warmest June Ever For CaliforniaJuly 9, 2015 | Ed JoyceCalifornia is on pace for its warmest year on record in the fourth year of drought. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
More Urban Pest Problems Blamed On DroughtJuly 7, 2015 | Steve MilneSome pest control companies say business is way up this year as people deal with more ants, fleas and rodents. The vermin boom is blamed on the drought and warmer than usual winter. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
