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Santa Barbara County Public Health Department issues excessive heat warning
The Santa Barbara County Public Health Department is issuing an excessive heat warning from Wednesday to Friday. The post Santa Barbara County Public Health Department issues excessive heat warning appeared first on News Channel 3-12.
Can California's power grid handle latest heat wave?
As temperatures rise, so does the strain on the state's power grid. With that comes worries about brownouts or blackouts.With heat wave after heat wave baking communities throughout Southern California, is the strain on the power grid putting residents in danger of seeing Flex Alerts?"Several consecutive days of high heat, along with warmer than usual nighttime temperatures can lead to power outages because electric equipment is unable to cool sufficiently between periods of heavy use," Southern California Edison spokesperson Reggie Kumar said.Powerful heat wave hitting Southern California: Here's what to expectSouthern California Edison encourages residents to help eliminate the stress on the power grid by conserving energy during peak demand, between 4 p.m.-9 p.m.So far, Edison says there appears to be no danger of residents ending up in the dark."This time, our system is performing well, we are seeing the benefits of all work completed over the past several years on equipment replacement, upgrades and electric grid hardening," Kumar said.Amid the extreme heat, Southern California Edison suggests:- Avoid charging electric vehicles- Avoid using major appliances- Charge phones and laptops during off-peak hours- Keep thermostat on 78 degrees when home and 85 degrees when away
This is what happens to mountain lions that attack people in California
After a 5-year-old boy was mauled by a large mountain lion in a popular Southern California picnic area over the weekend, prompting wildlife officials to euthanize the big cat, authorities said in these circumstances, they have no choice but to put the animal down. In the most recent attack, which occurred on Sept. 1 […]
California’s Marine Protected Area (MPA) focus of Wednesday’s Collaborative Meeting
A controversial and confusing proposal is circulating throughout Santa Barbara's fishing industry and, environmental circles. The post California’s Marine Protected Area (MPA) focus of Wednesday’s Collaborative Meeting appeared first on News Channel 3-12.
CA bill would allow rental car companies to use GPS 24 hours after a car goes missing, instead of 72
California lawmakers are urging Governor Gavin Newsom to sign a bill that would allow rental car companies to use GPS technology sooner to find stolen rental cars faster.San Francisco leaders say this would also prevent the cars from being used for theft and trafficking.When a rental car isn't returned on time, as California state law stands today, companies are required to wait 72 hours to use GPS to find it."It doesn't make a whole lot of sense," Matt Haney, a California Assemblymember said.Haney authored a bill that would shorten the window down to 24 hours instead.And now, he's urging Governor...
California assembly to hold special session on gas price spikes
SACRAMENTO, Calif — The California State Assembly is set to engage in a special session to address gas price spikes. “We must stop oil companies from raking-in record profits at the expense of Californians," said Speaker Robert Rivas (D-Salinas). "During this important special session, the Assembly will convene public hearings that thoroughly vet proposals. We’ll hear from experts and ensure that the public has a voice in the process. I’m committed to delivering solutions that rein-in soaring gas costs and provide real savings at the pump."
California FAIR Plan can pass extreme costs on to consumers, Department of Insurance says
NEVADA COUNTY, Calif. — The California Department of Insurance said the state’s insurer of last resort, the FAIR Plan, can pass costs it can’t afford in the wake of a major wildfire onto insurance companies, which can recoup some or all of that money from policyholders. The...
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