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LA Wildfires and the Misinformation Storm
1. The Fires Themselves:Driven by hurricane-force Santa Ana winds reaching 100 mph and dry conditions due to an aggressive dry season, the fires are the most destructive in the city's history (Rolling Stone).At least five people have died, over 130,000 residents have been evacuated, and over 2,000 structures have been burned (Rolling Stone, Los Angeles Times).Over 7,500 fire personnel have been deployed, but containment remains a challenge (California Gov. Gavin Newsom).The fires are likely exacerbated by climate change, creating conditions ripe for rapid spread and ignition (Inside Climate Ne
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2024: HOTTEST Year on Record Exceeds 1.5°C Threshold
2024: A Year of Record-Breaking Heat and Climate ImpactsThe overarching theme is clear: 2024 was the hottest year on record globally, exceeding the 1.5°C warming threshold outlined in the Paris Agreement for the first time and bringing a cascade of extreme weather eventsRecord-breaking Temperatures: 2024 was the hottest year on record globally, surpassing 2023's record. Global temperatures were 1.6°C warmer than the pre-industrial level (1850-1900) according to Copernicus Climate Change Service (C3S), and 2.3°F warmer than NASA's 20th-century baseline (1951-1980) according to NASA's analysis.
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Evacuation to Air Quality: Southern California Wildfire Tips
SoCal Wildfire Tips from Evacuation to Air Quality - January 9, 2025Situation: Multiple wildfires, including the Palisades Fire, are raging across Southern California fueled by strong winds and low humidity. Tens of thousands of residents have been ordered to evacuate, with over 1,000 homes and structures destroyed.Urgent Actions:Evacuate immediately if ordered: Residents in affected areas must evacuate without delay when instructed by officials. Do not wait for the fire to approach. ("California fire evacuations- How to prepare, what to pack and what to do if you'.pdf")Sign up for emergency a
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Major Winter Storm Forecast to Bring Southern Snow… Again
Major Winter Storm Threatens Southern USSituation: A major winter storm, named Cora, is forecast to impact a large swath of the southern United States between Wednesday, January 8, 2025 and Saturday, January 11, 2025. The storm will bring a mix of snow, sleet, and freezing rain, creating hazardous travel conditions and potential disruptions to daily life.Geographic Scope:Primarily Impacted: A 1,400-mile stretch from North Texas to the North Carolina coast, including Oklahoma, Arkansas, Mississippi, Alabama, Georgia, Tennessee, Kentucky, and West Virginia.Potentially Affected: Southern Kansas a
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Lives Lost and Over 1000 Structures Burned as Los Angeles Wildfires Become Worst in Area History
Southern California Wildfires IntensifyOverview:This briefing document synthesizes information from four news articles covering the devastating wildfires raging across Los Angeles County in early January 2025. These fires, fueled by an unprecedented combination of extreme Santa Ana winds and prolonged drought conditions, have caused widespread destruction, claiming lives and displacing thousands of residents.Key Findings:Destructive Impact: As of January 8th, 2025, over 1,000 structures have been destroyed across multiple wildfires. The Palisades fire alone has consumed over 5,000 acres, reach