Starting Jan. 1, Californians will pay a 1.5% recycling fee (capped at $15) on products with non‑removable batteries. Officials say proceeds will fund safer collection and recycling.

Rain returns Wednesday through the weekend while king tides Wed–Sun raise coastal flood risk. A cold advisory hits early Tuesday and winds may pick up late week.

Flooding near Meta in Menlo Park prompted shelter in place orders, as streets were submerged and residents were advised to stay indoors. The cause was a backed-up drainage system.

NOAA's 10‑foot sea‑level visualization shows neighborhoods from the Bay Area to Florida in potential inundation zones, and new research warns thousands of hazardous sites could flood by 2100.

Analysis shows the Forest Service treated under 1.7M acres through Sept.—well below recent averages. Senators and firefighters are demanding staffing and mitigation plans.

CAL FIRE suspends burn permits in several Northern California counties due to increased fire risk, allowing certain exceptions for public health and safety.

San José officials launched the Riverview Stormwater Garden, a green infrastructure for water quality improvement, flood mitigation, and recreation, funded by $17.4M from Measure T and grants.

Mavericks saw record-breaking waves exceeding 60 feet, drawing surfers and observers despite the dangers highlighted by experts. The conditions were considered among the most extreme since 2008.

Central Coast of California anticipates large westerly swells with waves up to 20 feet, potentially leading to temporary state beach closures and public safety advisories.

Northern California is set to experience an atmospheric river, bringing heavy rainfall and potential flooding across the region, particularly in the North Bay midweek.

DGDG Automotive was fined nearly $300,000 for improper disposal of hazardous waste and mishandling customer information, as announced by the Santa Clara County DA's Office.

The Santa Clara Vector Control District is planning an aerial larva-control operation using pesticides to reduce nuisance mosquitoes in the Palo Alto flood basin on Valentine's Day.

Palo Alto deals with storm aftermath, causing tree collapses and power outages with ongoing clean-up efforts and a few facility closures. The city advises caution and preparedness for more potential adverse weather.