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Kern County Oil Drilling Linked to 12.5% Rise in Valley Fever Risk
health19 days ago

Kern County Oil Drilling Linked to 12.5% Rise in Valley Fever Risk

Valley fever is expanding into urban areas of California's Central Valley, with new research linking proximity to oil drilling and rodent burrows to increased infection rates. UC Berkeley professor John Taylor warns that the Coccidioides fungus thrives in rodent habitats, while postdoctoral fellow Lisa Couper finds that living within three miles of new wells in Kern County raises infection risk by 12.5%. The disease, which can be fatal, is spreading as construction disturbs soil, prompting calls for stricter safety measures and buffer zones.

via Los Angeles Times|
#central-valley#coccidioides#health
politics1 month ago

Working-class progressive targets Valadao in California’s Central Valley

Randy Villegas, 31, a progressive backed by figures like Bernie Sanders and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, is challenging Republican Rep. David Valadao in California’s Central Valley, pitching his working-class roots and universal healthcare ideas while attacking donor influence in both parties. A former Visalia school-board appointee and first-time candidate, Villegas seeks to mobilize low-turnout Latino voters in a district Democrats see as competitive due to map changes and national issues, with both sides preparing for substantial outside spending.

via Politico|
#california#central-valley#democrats
First West Nile virus deaths of 2026 recorded in California's Central Valley
health-and-medicine2 months ago

First West Nile virus deaths of 2026 recorded in California's Central Valley

California reports its first West Nile virus deaths of 2026 in the Central Valley — one in Kings County and one in Glenn County — as 11 confirmed human infections have been reported across seven counties through July 31. Officials say activity is starting earlier than usual, with ongoing vector surveillance and a push for mosquito-bite prevention.

via Sacramento Bee|
#california#central-valley#glenn-county
Central Valley tracks measles risk as Arizona outbreak sends farmworkers to California
public-health2 months ago

Central Valley tracks measles risk as Arizona outbreak sends farmworkers to California

About 150 agricultural workers who recently left Arizona are being monitored for measles in Fresno, Madera and Merced counties in California's Central Valley after a measles outbreak in their area of origin; no infections have been reported among them yet, and health officials urge vaccination with the two-dose MMR vaccine for protection.

via Yahoo|
#arizona#california#central-valley
"The Timing of the Darkest Moment in the Central Valley Eclipse"
astronomy2 years ago

"The Timing of the Darkest Moment in the Central Valley Eclipse"

The last total eclipse crossing the United States for the next 20 years will occur on April 8, with the Central Valley experiencing a partial eclipse. The eclipse will be at its maximum point in various Central Valley locations around 11 a.m., and residents are encouraged to use proper eyecare, such as solar viewing glasses, when observing the event. Local libraries in Fresno are offering free solar viewing glasses while supplies last, and NASA recommends using specialized eclipse filters for smartphone photography.

via YourCentralValley.com|
#astronomy#central-valley#eclipse
"The Timing of Maximum Darkness in the Central Valley Eclipse"
astronomy2 years ago

"The Timing of Maximum Darkness in the Central Valley Eclipse"

The Central Valley will experience a partial solar eclipse on April 8, with the maximum point of the eclipse occurring around 11 a.m. Various locations in the valley will see the eclipse at its peak between 11:14 a.m. and 11:16 a.m. It is important for observers to use proper eyecare, such as solar viewing glasses, as regular sunglasses or eyeglasses are not sufficient for protecting the eyes during a solar eclipse. Free solar viewing glasses are available at local libraries in Fresno, and NASA recommends using specialized eclipse filters for smartphone photography of the event.

via Yahoo! Voices|
#astronomy#central-valley#eclipse
"The Timing of Maximum Darkness in the Central Valley Eclipse"
astronomy2 years ago

"The Timing of Maximum Darkness in the Central Valley Eclipse"

The Central Valley will experience a partial solar eclipse on April 8, with the maximum point of the eclipse occurring around 11 a.m. Various locations in the valley will see the eclipse at its peak at slightly different times. It is important for observers to use proper eyecare, such as solar viewing glasses, as regular sunglasses or eyeglasses with tinted lenses are not sufficient for protecting the eyes during a solar eclipse. Free solar viewing glasses are available at local libraries in Fresno, and NASA recommends using specialized eclipse filters for smartphone photography of the event.

via Yahoo News|
#astronomy#central-valley#eclipse
"Scorching Heat Wave Sweeps Across California and Nevada, Record-breaking Temperatures Expected"
weather3 years ago

"Scorching Heat Wave Sweeps Across California and Nevada, Record-breaking Temperatures Expected"

A heat wave is expected to hit the Bay Area later this week, with temperatures reaching the mid-to-high 90s in many cities and up to 105 in inland areas. The Central Valley and Las Vegas are also forecasted to experience extreme heat, with temperatures reaching 114 and 117 degrees respectively. The heat is being driven by a high pressure system known as a "heat dome." Meanwhile, wildfires continue to rage in Canada, with record-breaking acres burned. Other parts of the United States, such as Florida and Texas, are also experiencing high temperatures and humidity. Climate change and El Niño conditions are exacerbating these extreme weather events, increasing public health threats and the risk of wildfires.

via The Mercury News|
#bay-area#central-valley#extreme-temperatures
"California Braces for Scorching Heatwave, Experts Share Tips to Stay Cool"
weather3 years ago

"California Braces for Scorching Heatwave, Experts Share Tips to Stay Cool"

The National Weather Service has issued an excessive heat watch for California's Central Valley, where temperatures are expected to reach as high as 110 to 115 degrees. Heat-related illnesses are possible if precautions are not taken. The upcoming heat wave is expected to bring "major heat risk" to inland areas, while the Bay Area will experience less extreme heat due to sea breezes. Temperatures in the Bay Area will be 5 to 15 degrees above normal, with the highest chances for temperatures in the 100s in certain counties. A heat advisory will also be in effect for inland portions of the Bay Area. This heat event, although not likely to break temperature records, will feel significant as it marks the first big warm-up of the year after an unusually chilly spring and start to summer in California.

via SFGATE|
#california#central-valley#excessive-heat-watch
Heatwave Alert: Northern California and Bay Area Brace for High Temperatures
weather3 years ago

Heatwave Alert: Northern California and Bay Area Brace for High Temperatures

A warm ridge of high pressure is forecast to raise above-average temperatures across California on Wednesday and Thursday, leading to an elevated heat risk in parts of the Bay Area. The National Weather Service predicts a moderate heat risk for inland cities like Sacramento, Fairfield, Concord, and San Jose on Thursday and Friday, with temperatures expected to reach the upper 80s to lower 90s away from the coast, and mid-90s possible around Sacramento. A few cities in the Central Valley could reach 100, leading to heat stress for sensitive populations. San Francisco, Oakland, and most of the coast will be spared from the worst of this week's warmup.

via San Francisco Chronicle|
#bay-area#california#central-valley
Snowmelt Sparks Severe Flooding in California's Central Valley.
environment3 years ago

Snowmelt Sparks Severe Flooding in California's Central Valley.

Unseasonably warm temperatures in California are causing the historic snowpack in the Sierra Nevada mountains to melt, leading to flooding in the Central Valley and threatening communities like Corcoran. The snowpack, which is more than three times the average, feeds into four major rivers that eventually empty into the Tulare Lake Basin. Local, state, and federal officials are preparing for the flood threat, which is expected to worsen in the coming weeks.

via NPR|
#california#central-valley#environment
California Governor surveys flooding and potential contamination in Tulare Lake Basin.
environment3 years ago

California Governor surveys flooding and potential contamination in Tulare Lake Basin.

Governor Gavin Newsom visited the Tulare Lake Basin in the Central Valley to survey the flooding caused by recent storms, which have brought water levels not seen in nearly four decades. Newsom toured three impacted locations, including Allensworth, where community members explained the continued hardships after losing their homes, and the Avenue 56 Project, where a road was elevated to create a reliable pathway for the Alpaugh community. The governor ended his day by touring Hansen Ranches, where miles of land are under feet of water, and farmworkers are concerned about the ongoing impact of flooding.

via KFSN-TV|
#california#central-valley#environment
California's Record Snowpack Poses Massive Flood Risks
environment3 years ago

California's Record Snowpack Poses Massive Flood Risks

After heavy rain and snow, California is now facing flood risks due to melting snow. The Tulare Lake Basin and other areas of the Central Valley are of particular concern, as they have already seen storm flooding this year and remain in the path of snow runoff and releases from nearby dams. Major waterways such as the San Joaquin River and tributaries will also see treacherous conditions. The biggest threat will likely not arrive until temperatures reach the 90s for an extended period of time.

via Los Angeles Times|
#california#central-valley#environment