Sneaker Waves And Midnight Tides Put San Francisco’s Low-Lying Streets On Edge
High tides and sneaker waves make San Francisco shores hazardous through Wednesday, June 17. Expect sunny afternoons, breezy WSW winds and dangerous surf near the coast.
Cal Fire Slams Brakes On Backyard Burns Across Napa And The North Bay
Cal Fire has suspended outdoor residential burning in Napa and six North Bay counties. Officials urge residents to check permit status and use chipping or green‑waste options.
San Andreas Dam Burnout: Crews Douse Flames, Keep Watch Over San Bruno
Cal Fire wrapped a planned prescribed burn on the San Andreas Dam; crews, biologists and a drone team are monitoring for residual hot spots. Smoke may be visible locally.
Redwood Creek Turns Ghost-White As Broadband Drill Job Goes Sideways
A bentonite‑laden drilling slurry turned stretches of Redwood Creek milky and reached the South Fork Eel River. State agencies and fishery officers are investigating where thousands of gallons of return fluid were placed and who’s responsible.












