19 California state parks remain closed after recent storms
California state parks officials are still trying to assess the damage to all parks caused by the recent storms. As of Friday 19 parks remain fully closed and another 36 are partially closed.
Western monarch butterfly population suffers due to atmospheric river storms
After the highest initial count in two decades around Thanksgiving, atmospheric river-fueled storms led to the loss of the iconic western monarch butterflies.
Transition into El Nino could lead to record heat around globe
The World Meteorological Organization reports fishermen first used the term El Niño off the coast of South America to describe the unusually warm water temperatures before Christmas.
Homeless advocates in North Bay open cold weather shelters
Homeless advocates in the North Bay are working to make sure everyone has a place to escape overnight lows that will be near and below freezing Monday night.
Oakland Zoo to reopen on Friday, Glowfari event extended
Oakland Zoo officials announced the zoo will reopen to the public Friday, February 3. In addition, the Glowfari attraction will be extended through March 4.
Winter is coming: Freeze warning in effect throughout Bay Area counties
A freeze warning is in effect throughout the Bay Area from Sunday night to Wednesday morning, according to the National Weather Service.
Hawaii firefighter swept away in storm drain as heavy rains drench Maui
The firefighter was listed in critical condition.
'Blessed to be alive': Watch as couple escapes RV, runs into ditch to shelter from massive tornado
A dramatic video shows a couple racing with their dogs to outrun a tornado in Texas, jumping into nearby ditchwater. "Scariest moment of our life," they said.
California farmers trying to assess damage after massive winter storms
Farmers in California, who had been hoping for an end to the drought, are now trying to deal with flooded fields and damaged crops after this winter's massive rains.
Wipeout: Huge waves crash into crowd at Hawaii surf competition
Dubbed the “Super Bowl of Surfing," the Eddie Aikau Big Wave Invitational returned for the first time in seven years with huge waves and gigantic swell.
Crews to bring in 200 boulders, fabric to shore up West Cliff Drive in Santa Cruz
Crews are going to bring 200 tons of boulders and fabric to protect the exposed cliff side on West Cliff Drive in Santa Cruz, until they can figure out a permanent solution.
ACE train back in service, Niles Canyon Road reopens after storms
ACE train service has resumed and Niles Canyon Road is now reopened after the storms.
Few homeowners have flood insurance in California
In California, only about 230,000 homes and other buildings have flood insurance policies, which are separate from homeowners insurance. That means only about 2% of properties are covered against flooding.
Orinda home slips down hill in landslide
Neighbors in Orinda were closely watching a home that is slipping down a hillside.
After Biden's visit, some residents express concern about rebuilding in Santa Cruz County
Dozens of people came out Thursday night to find out what they need to do get back on their feet. People say they need temporary housing; they need help with clean up, and they need the money to rebuild.
Hayward family seeking assistance after winter storms damaged home
A Hayward family is seeking assistance for their storm-damaged home. They say their home is uninhabitable, but Alameda County is not included in the FEMA federal disaster declaration.
Monterey Bay locals come out to see President Biden during flood damage tour
It was a patriotic scene on a picturesque Monterey Bay day. A woman displayed an American flag on Cliff Drive, overlooking Capitola, ahead of a presidential visit.
Monterey Bay locals come out to see President Biden during flood damage tour
It was a patriotic scene on a picturesque Monterey Bay day. A woman displayed an American flag on Cliff Drive, overlooking Capitola, ahead of a presidential visit.
Monterey County lifts all evacuation warnings
Evacuation warnings for all areas of Monterey County have been lifted, officials said.
President Biden surveys storm-battered California
President Joe Biden arrived at Santa Clara County's Moffett Airfield Thursday morning to begin his tour of the storm-ravaged Central Coast.