From heavy metals to COVID-19, wildfire smoke is more dangerous than you think When Erin Babnik awoke on the morning of Nov. 8, 2018, in Paradise, California, she thought the reddish glow outside was a hazy sunrise. But the faint light soon gave way to darkness as smoke from the burgeoning Camp fire rolled in.… Keep Reading
SANTA ROSA, CA — A vegetation fire that burned more than 3 acres Tuesday on a rural piece of property owned by the city of Santa Rosa was determined to be human-caused, the Santa Rosa Fire Department said. The fire was reported at 3:49 p.m. by multiple callers who said they saw smoke in the… Keep Reading
An adventurous spirit is taking hold this summer, as we see our landscapes with fresh eyes. Meet five Sonoma locals who explore our wild spaces in bold ways—from fishing the coast in a kayak to foraging for wild foods to mountain biking the craggiest ridgetops. Kayak Fisher Kyle Monte Standing on the beach at Fort… Keep Reading
SANTA ROSA (CBS SF) — Sonoma County health officials posted ‘Toxic Algae Alert’ signs along Salmon Creek Tuesday, warning swimmers and fishermen of the potential dangers hidden below the waterway. The State Water Resources Control Board said its staff responded to recent sightings of suspected harmful algal blooms in the Russian River, Salmon Creek and… Keep Reading
LAKE CAHUILLA, CA — Entry to Lake Cahuilla Veterans Regional Park in La Quinta will be free for veterans and service members over Memorial Day weekend. Free admission will be offered Saturday through Monday, when veterans and active duty military personnel are invited to enjoy a day at the park surrounded by flags of each… Keep Reading
SONOMA COUNTY, CA — In order to protect fish habitat and drinking water supplies during the current drought, the State Water Resources Control Board announced Wednesday it is restricting water diversions in the Upper Russian River basin. The restrictions affect 930 “junior” water rights holders whose rights date from after 1914 and come in the… Keep Reading
Santa Rosa, CA – May 24, 2021 – Sonoma Water and Board of Supervisors Chair Lynda Hopkins and Supervisor and Sonoma Water Director James Gore will host a virtual Drought Town Hall on Thursday, June 3 at 6:00 p.m. The Town Hall will be held utilizing a Zoom webinar and will be broadcast live on Chair… Keep Reading
SAN FRANCISCO, May 20, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — With summer just around the corner, there’s no better time to get outside—and no better place to do it than California wine country. The summer season in the Golden State’s diverse wine regions is a special time with its beautiful weather and fun activities. Winery patios await, al fresco activities abound and scenic… Keep Reading
This year of scant rain may have our smoky hearts concerned for the dry months ahead, yet 2021 is simultaneously rich with blossoms. The myriad roses are truly exceptional this season. From old fashioned climbers like the fragrant, pink Cecile Brunner or the thornless, golden profusion of Lady Banks, to the generous Floribundas and classy… Keep Reading
Santa Rosa, CA- The City of Santa Rosa Fire Department will officially declare May 17, 2021 as the start of this year’s wildfire season in Santa Rosa. The date has been set following several days of Red Flag Warning conditions just outside the City limits in the North Bay Mountains and in combination with recent… Keep Reading
