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Hourly Weather Report for Los Altos Hills, CA

Updated as of 6:24 AM UTC on March 4, 2026

Cal Fire Using Robot Tech to Prevent Wildfires

Moderate wildfire risk period allows focus on prevention efforts

Person dies after watercraft flips over in Discovery Bay

Victim did not know how to swim and was not wearing a life vest, sheriff's office says

Woman Dies After Falling Into River During Hike in Angeles National Forest

Jaqueline Aguilar De Lao, 33, was swept away by the raging current while hiking the Bridge to Nowhere Trail.

CHP Offers Winter Weather Driving Tips for Kern County

Slick roads and low visibility make driving dangerous, officials warn

Nevada City to Host Town Hall on Open Space Fuels Treatment Plan

Community invited to review vegetation management activities and timeline for wildfire risk reduction projects.

Planned 8-Acre Burn Near Kern River to Reduce Wildfire Risk

Forest service aims to improve forest health with controlled burn in Bakersfield area

Man dies in fall from California's dangerous Devil's Slide

Officials say the 70-year-old victim may have experienced a medical emergency before plunging to his death.

Pile Burning Operations Planned Near Mohawk Vista and Graeagle

Firefighters to resume pile burning in the area starting February 25th, weather permitting.

Deadly Avalanche Near Lake Tahoe Prompts Risky Recovery Effort

Searchers face dangerous conditions as they work to recover victims from the deadly avalanche.

Two Skiers Killed at Lake Tahoe's Heavenly Resort

Incidents mark the fifth ski-related death in the region this month amid a deadly period for resorts.

San Diego to Release Water from Full Lake Hodges Dam

City says recent rains have raised reservoir levels beyond safety threshold.

Placer County Warns Residents to Monitor Snow Loads

Officials advise caution as heavy snowfall raises risks of roof damage and collapse.

Lake Redding Achieves Firewise Designation, Boosting Wildfire Readiness

The community joins others in Shasta County aiming to limit wildfire risk through safety measures.

Massive 11-Ton Humpback Whale Carcass Washes Ashore in California

Officials warn public to stay at least 100 feet away due to public safety concerns

San Diego Fire-Rescue Urges Caution During Incoming Storm

Heavy rain and gusty winds expected to impact the region this week.

California Schools Close Amid Winter Storm

Safety concerns prompt school closures in parts of the state

Pollock Pines and Silver Fork Schools Close Due to Storm

Schools prioritize safety as hazardous weather conditions hit the region.

Palm Springs Fire Stations Offer Sandbags for Flood Protection

Residents can pick up free sandbags at designated stations to safeguard their homes.

LA County Closes Some Roads Ahead of Storm

Precautionary closures in effect as heavy rain and potential flooding are expected.