Natural Disasters

Mar. 4, 2026

Tuolumne County Completes Chinese Camp Wildfire Debris Cleanup

Authorities say the six-month recovery process is an important milestone, but rebuilding homes and lives will take much longer for residents.

Mar. 3, 2026

Sworn Testimony Claims Lachman Fire Site Was Still Hot Before Palisades Blaze

Deposition alleges firefighters were ordered to leave despite visible hot spots at previous fire location.

Mar. 3, 2026

Nine killed in deadly Tahoe avalanche as survivors fought to save friends

New details emerge on the tragic Castle Peak avalanche that claimed the lives of nine experienced backcountry skiers near Lake Tahoe.

Mar. 2, 2026

Wildfire breaks out in Riverside County, California

India Pl Ranc Fire reported on March 1, cause still undetermined

Mar. 2, 2026

Earthquake Shakes San Ramon, California

The USGS reported a quake in the San Ramon area late Sunday night.

Mar. 2, 2026

Tahoe National Forest Closes Castle Peak Area After Deadly Avalanche

The nearly month-long closure is to prioritize first responder access amid recovery efforts after the deadly incident.

Mar. 2, 2026

Avalanche Deaths Raise Questions About Responsibility

Authorities investigate whether guides were negligent in leading group into high-risk conditions

Mar. 1, 2026

6 Moms Killed in Tahoe Avalanche

Victims were part of a group that 'cherished time together in the mountains'

Mar. 1, 2026

Crews Hope to Resume Recovery of 8 Bodies from California Avalanche

Dangerous weather has hampered efforts to recover victims from deadly Sierra Nevada slide

Mar. 1, 2026

Tremblers Shake Berkeley Twice in 24 Hours

Another quake rippled through the wider East Bay, but no injuries or damage reported

Mar. 1, 2026

East Bay Residents Feel Tremors Over Two Days

No injuries or damage reported from the small quakes in Walnut Creek and Berkeley.

Mar. 1, 2026

Families of Six Castle Peak Avalanche Victims Release Statement

The families are devastated and are asking for privacy as they grieve the sudden and profound loss.

Feb. 28, 2026

Crews Hope to Resume Recovery of 8 Bodies from California Avalanche

Dangerous weather has hampered efforts to recover victims from deadly Sierra Nevada slide

Feb. 28, 2026

Deadly Avalanche Kills Six Mothers on Backcountry Ski Trip

The victims were experienced skiers who bonded over their love of the outdoors.

Feb. 28, 2026

Crews Hope to Resume Recovery of 8 Bodies from California Avalanche

Dangerous weather has hampered efforts to retrieve victims from deadly Sierra Nevada slide

Feb. 28, 2026

Crews Hope to Resume Recovery of 8 Avalanche Victims in California

Dangerous weather has hampered efforts to recover bodies from deadly Sierra Nevada slide

Feb. 28, 2026

Avalanche Deaths Raise Questions About Backcountry Skiing Risks

Authorities investigate whether guides were negligent in deadly Sierra Nevada incident

Feb. 28, 2026

Crews Resume Recovery Efforts After Deadly California Avalanche

Eight killed, one missing in Sierra Nevada disaster that has hampered rescue operations

Feb. 28, 2026

Deadly California Avalanche Highlights Backcountry Risks

Recovery efforts continue after the deadliest U.S. avalanche in nearly 45 years.

Feb. 27, 2026

Families of six mothers killed in Tahoe avalanche break silence

The victims were experienced backcountry skiers on a guided trip when the tragedy occurred.