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Caltech launching new center to prepare SoCal for next natural disaster

The California Institute of Technology (Caltech) in Pasadena is launching a new center to prepare Southern California for the next major disaster. Led by seismologist Dr. Lucy Jones, the Center for Disaster Resilience aims to bring researchers and community leaders together to focus on preparedness, response and recovery for natural disaster threats affecting the region. That includes earthquakes, wildfires, extreme heat, flooding and tropical storms.

Pasadena, CA · 1d
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El Niño Triggered California Tornado Outbreak?

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — In November 44 years ago, California saw its largest single-day tornado outbreak, with 7 confirmed twisters touching down in the east, west, and in L.A. Less than 4 months later, another destructive tornado tore through Los Angeles. In 1982, a huge El Niño was brewing....

California · 1d
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Los Angeles Times

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Fearmongering or fair warning? A fierce debate over how bad California's El Niño winter will get

Scientists are highly confident about the risk of coastal seawater flooding and beach erosion. But when it comes to predicting the power of winter storms, there is far less consensus.

Southern California, CA · 3h

Westside Current

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High Surf Could Flood Beach Roads as Two Storms Move In

LOS ANGELES - Two Pacific systems are expected to deliver a quarter-inch to 1 inch of rain across most areas through Saturday morning. Along the Malibu coast and Los Angeles County beaches, waves are expected to reach 7 to 12 feet Saturday, with the largest surf hitting west- to northwest-facing shores. Forecasters warned of significant beach erosion and shallow flooding near high tide, particularly Saturday morning. Dangerous surf is expected to persist into next week, even after the first two rounds of rain pass.A beach hazards statement remains in effect for the Malibu coast and Los Angeles County beaches through Friday afternoon. A high surf advisory takes effect at 2 p.m. Friday and continues until 3 p.m. Tuesday .Breaking waves are expected to reach 4 to 7 feet Friday before peaking Saturday, then decline to 6 to 9 feet Sunday through Tuesday.The weather service warned of dangerous rip currents and strong currents along the shore, as well as sneaker waves and powerful waves breaking close to the beach. Beachgoers were urged to remain out of the water or stay near occupied lifeguard towers and to avoid rock jetties.Rain is expected to begin moving into the Southland late Thursday evening, ending

Los Angeles County, CA · 18h

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Incoming Democratic majority says disaster relief 'a very high priority’ nearly two years after LA wildfires

It’s been nearly two years, and Marisa Baskin is still waiting to be made whole. “It’s been a nightmare. It’s been…it’s been a huge strain and struggle,” said Baskin as she sat outside Betsy, a restaurant on East Marisposa Street in Altadena. Baskin lost...

Altadena, CA · 1d

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Los Angeles Has No Plan to Support Unhoused People During El Niño (Part 1 of 2)

Another El Niño year is here, and Southern California is bracing for the impact. As the extreme weather event looms, the question at hand is whether Los Angeles infrastructure and governance are prepared to meet the moment. In order to answer this query, Knock LA examined Los Angeles’ different...

Los Angeles, CA · 16h

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NHM scientists prepare for unlikely beach finds during El Niño

As “Super El Niño” brings warm waters, strong currents and destructive tides to L.A.’s coastal areas, beachgoers may soon encounter some unusual visitors. Scientists at the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County are preparing for the possible influx of marine creatures not typically found near Southern California, including yellow-bellied sea snakes and exotic fish species. The unique weather pattern also has the potential to disrupt the environment for native sea creatures, including sea lions and seals.

Los Angeles County, CA · 1d

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Los Angeles, CA Weather Alert: 80% Rain, Unhealthy Air Nov 12-16

Los Angeles, CA – Sunshine and temperatures near 81 degrees may make Thursday feel like summer across Los Angeles. However, harmful fine particle pollution is creating health concerns before a Pacific weather system brings an 80% chance of rain Friday.

Los Angeles, CA · 1d

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El Niño Just Pushed California’s Ocean to the Highest Levels Ever Recorded, and NOAA Says More Is Coming

Roads flooded, water pushed into homes and businesses, and tide gauges that have been recording for more than a century logged numbers they had never seen before. That was the California coast between Oct. 24 and 30, and NOAA has now explained what made it happen. The NOAA National Ocean...

California · 3d

Timeless Dishes

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Powerful Pacific Storms Could Bring Days of Rain to California as Sierra Nevada Prepares for Snow

California could be heading toward a wetter stretch of weather as a series of Pacific storm systems approaches the West Coast, bringing the possibility of rain to the San Francisco Bay Area and snowfall to higher elevations of the Sierra Nevada. The developing weather pattern is expected to affect parts of California between November 13... The post Powerful Pacific Storms Could Bring Days of Rain to California as Sierra Nevada Prepares for Snow appeared first on Timeless Dishes .

California · 2d

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Pasadena Temperatures Set to Drop as Rain Arrives Tonight

A significant cooling trend will begin in Pasadena today as temperatures fall from around 80 degrees Thursday to the upper 60s by the weekend, while multiple rounds of rain move through the city from tonight into early Saturday, according to the National Weather Service. Thursday will start the transition from...

Pasadena, CA · 1d

Los Angeles Times

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Bring out your umbrellas. Cooling temperatures and scattered showers start Thursday night

Temperatures are expected to drop about 10 degrees across SoCal Thursday night and into the weekend, combined with scattered showers.

Los Angeles County, CA · 15h

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Two Pacific Storms to End Southland Dry Spell

Dry weather across the Southland will come to an end as two Pacific storm systems are expected to bring rain to the region beginning late Thursday evening. Light showers could begin late Thursday night, with rain becoming more widespread in Los Angeles and Orange counties before dawn Friday, according to the National Weather Service.

Los Angeles County, CA · 23h

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As California’s rainy season gets underway, cleared gutters do not mean the roof valleys above them are clear.

Cleared gutters do not mean the roof valleys above them are clear. Debris tends to collect in valleys and restrict drainage; roof maintenance can reveal potential sources of leaks before the roof leaks. In California, check what you can see safely from the ground now, and leave rooftop clearing and repairs to a roofer. Los Angeles County says its storm season begins in mid-October and typically lasts through early spring.

Los Angeles County, CA · 15h

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Weather Forecast for Thursday, Nov. 12

Los Angeles County, CA · 23h

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Swept Before the Storm on Skid Row

Days After Meteorologists Briefed Los Angeles Agencies on Incoming Rain, Crews Cleared Tents Along Central Avenue The trucks announced themselves with a persistent beeping. On the morning of October 21, a 65-year-old man living in a tent along Central Avenue … Continue reading →

Los Angeles, CA · 2d

CBS LA

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Series of rain storms head towards Southern California

CBS LA meteorologists say several low-pressure systems will be moving closer to the region over the next few days, beginning on Thursday night.

Southern California, CA · 17h

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SoCal Braces for Rain After Days of Unseasonable Heat

Two weather systems are expected to bring rain to the Southland beginning as early as Thursday night, ending an extended stretch of unseasonably warm and dry weather. “A series of disturbances will bring periods of light to moderate rain to the area late Thursday through the middle of next week. Adjust plans as needed to avoid wet and cooler conditions during this time,” the National Weather Service’s Los Angeles office said Tuesday.

Los Angeles County, CA · 1d