EnvironmentWhy do firefighters experience higher risks for cancer? A California researcher plans to find out.September 5, 2023 | Manola SecairaExperts say new research is necessary to understand the longer-term human health impacts of regular exposure to smoke. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentHeat-related deaths are up, and not just because it’s getting hotterSeptember 3, 2023Heat-related illness and deaths in California and the U.S. are on the rise along with temperatures, and an increase in drug use and homelessness is a significant part of the problem, according to public health officials and data from the CDC.
EnvironmentClimate change makes wildfires in California more explosiveAugust 30, 2023A new study pins about 25% of the extra risk on human-caused climate change.
EnvironmentIt's big! It's bright! It's a rare blue supermoon! Here's how to check it outAugust 29, 2023The Earth's lunar sidekick will appear extra big and bright as it reaches its fullest stage on Wednesday. It's not just the biggest supermoon this year, it's also a rare blue supermoon.
EnvironmentSacramento region could see smoke from northern wildfires as winds pick upAugust 29, 2023 | Chris HaganStrong northerly winds could push smoke from wildfires burning near the California-Oregon border into the Sacramento Valley this week, impacting air quality.
EnvironmentDry winds are increasing fire concerns in Sacramento regionAugust 29, 2023 | Manola SecairaExperts say the extremely wet winter has made wildfires more difficult to predict this year.
EnvironmentMap: See if you could be affected by PG&E’s Aug. 30 shutoffAugust 28, 2023PG&E shut off power to about 8,500 customers in parts of seven western Sacramento Valley counties early Wednesday morning. See if you’re one of those who will potentially be impacted.
EnvironmentHow to fight West Nile virus in your backyardAugust 28, 2023 | Kate WolffeSacramento and Yolo counties have seen high levels of West Nile virus transmission so far this year, with each county already reporting a death. The regional team in charge of mosquito control is asking the public for help. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentBiden proposes vast new marine sanctuary in partnership with California tribeAugust 27, 2023The proposed Chumash Heritage National Marine Sanctuary would make history as the first marine sanctuary to be managed with a tribe from the outset.
EnvironmentHotter climate means a never-ending fire season for the National GuardAugust 26, 2023California has set up a permanent task force of National Guard members to do what used to be occasional work fighting and preventing wildfires.
