EnvironmentHazy Sacramento Deals With Smoky Smell From Distant BlazeAugust 9, 2018No major wildfires are burning near Sacramento, but a dull haze and faint smell of smoke has still blanketed the capital region for two weeks due to distant blazes.
EnvironmentWildfires Prompt Air Quality Alerts From Reno To Las VegasJuly 30, 2018Dense smoke from a series of wildfires burning in California has triggered air quality alerts across more than a 400-mile stretch of Nevada from Reno to Las Vegas.
EnvironmentHaving Trouble Breathing? So Are Your AnimalsOctober 14, 2017 | Sammy CaiolaWhether close to the fire zone or miles away, animals throughout Northern California are at risk for lung damage during fire season.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezWildfire Updates Across Northern CaliforniaOctober 12, 2017 | Cody DrabbleAs fire crews continue to battle blazes across the region, Beth Ruyak checks in with several experts on the front lines of firefighting, reporting, and monitoring the air quality in Northern California. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentSmoke From Wildfires Creates Unhealthy Air Quality In RegionOctober 11, 2017Sacramento area air quality and health officials are advising people to take precautions and minimize outdoor activities today because of smoke coming into the Sacramento region from the fires.
EnvironmentAir Quality Advocates Worry EPA Waivers At RiskFebruary 23, 2017 | Steve MilneCalifornia's ability to make its own air quality rules comes from waivers granted by the federal Environmental Protection Agency. Some people are afraid those could be coming to an end. The EPA's new chief has not committed to continuing waivers. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentFire Restrictions In Northern California CountiesJuly 27, 2016 | Ed JoyceDangerous fire weather conditions has prompted one federal agency to impose fire restrictions on public lands in northern California. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
San Joaquin Offers Rebate For More Efficient Lawn MowersMay 26, 2016 | Rich IbarraThe San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District is offering to replace old gas-powered lawnmowers with a new zero emission electric mower. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentLong-Term Drought Persists In CaliforniaMay 5, 2016 | Ed JoyceSome minor improvement in California drought conditions last week, but long-term drought remains entrenched as the summer dry season is slightly more than a month away. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentOutdoor Burn Permits Required In CaliforniaMay 2, 2016 | Ed JoyceOutdoor burn permits are now required for most counties in Northern California. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
