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Body found at San Luis Reservoir in Merced County
A body has been found at the San Luis Reservoir in Merced County on Friday.The State Department of Fish and Wildlife found the body near O'Neill Forebay at the reservoir.Merced County Sheriff's deputies are just beginning their investigation.Anyone with additional information on this case is urged to contact the Merced County Sheriff's Office.
Merced County reports first West Nile Virus death of this year
The Merced County Department of Public Health has confirmed its first death this year due to the West Nile Virus.Officials say the patient was an elderly person living in the city of Merced and they will not be identified for privacy reasons.Experts say seniors are often considered to be at higher risk if infected.West Nile Virus is spread through the bite of an infected mosquito.Mild symptoms include fever, headaches, body aches, nausea, and vomiting.There is no specific treatment for a West Nile Virus infection.
Preliminary magnitude 4.3 earthquake strikes near The Geysers in Northern CA, USGS says
A preliminary 4.3 earthquake struck near The Geysers in Northern California on Saturday morning, according to the United States Geological Survey.The USGS reports the quake happened around 7:30 a.m.It was centered about a mile southeast of the Geysers with shaking felt in Santa Rosa.That's just under 40 miles away.It had a depth of 0.62 miles.The quake was originally estimated to be a magnitude 4.2.There are no reports of injuries or damages.Good morning Northern CA! Did you feel the magnitude 4.2 quake about 1 mile southeast of the Geysers at 7:30 am? The #ShakeAlert system was activated. See: https://t.co/sqsdhhn2fi @Cal_OES @CAGeoSurvey @ListosCA pic.twitter.com/oVMow07eyT— USGS ShakeAlert (@USGS_ShakeAlert) September 7, 2024 The video in the media player above is from a previous update If you're on the ABC7 News app, click here to watch live
Scorching Heat Advisory Issued for Central California: Temperatures Soar Above 100°F
HANFORD — Issued by the National Weather Service at 7:49 PM PDT on September 6, 2024. Heat Advisory: High Temperatures and Warm Nights Pose Heat Risks. The National Weather Service (NWS) in Hanford has issued a Heat Advisory for much of central California, including areas such as Bakersfield, Fresno, Visalia, Merced, Los Banos, and surrounding communities. The advisory remains in effect until 8 PM PDT Saturday, with daytime highs expected to range from 102 to 107°F. Overnight lows are predicted to stay in the upper 70s, offering minimal relief from the heat and creating a moderate to major heat risk.
California awards Encore High School $200,000 grant for Farm to School program
HESPERIA – The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) announced, September 6, the grant recipients for the Farm to School program. Encore High School received a $200,000 grant to provide hands-on learning through cooking classes.
Warehouse Rules in Last-Minute Assembly Bill Divide Inland Empire
California is poised to set new rules for warehouse locations and truck routes with a last-minute bill to curtail air pollution and traffic from distribution centers. But local government groups oppose the legislation, and business groups warn that it would place onerous requirements on warehouse developments and cities, threatening trade and jobs. Gov. Gavin Newsom has until the end of the month to sign or veto the bill.
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