Environment

Hazy Sacramento Deals With Smoky Smell From Distant Blaze

August 9, 2018

No 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.

Environment

Wildfires Prompt Air Quality Alerts From Reno To Las Vegas

July 30, 2018

Dense 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.

Environment

Having Trouble Breathing? So Are Your Animals

October 14, 2017 | Sammy Caiola

Whether close to the fire zone or miles away, animals throughout Northern California are at risk for lung damage during fire season.

Insight With Vicki Gonzalez

Wildfire Updates Across Northern California

October 12, 2017 | Cody Drabble

As 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.

Environment

Smoke From Wildfires Creates Unhealthy Air Quality In Region

October 11, 2017

Sacramento 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.

Environment

Air Quality Advocates Worry EPA Waivers At Risk

February 23, 2017 | Steve Milne

California'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.

Environment

Fire Restrictions In Northern California Counties

July 27, 2016 | Ed Joyce

Dangerous fire weather conditions has prompted one federal agency to impose fire restrictions on public lands in northern California.

San Joaquin Offers Rebate For More Efficient Lawn Mowers

May 26, 2016 | Rich Ibarra

The San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District is offering to replace old gas-powered lawnmowers with a new zero emission electric mower.

Environment

Long-Term Drought Persists In California

May 5, 2016 | Ed Joyce

Some 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.

Environment

Outdoor Burn Permits Required In California

May 2, 2016 | Ed Joyce

Outdoor burn permits are now required for most counties in Northern California.