“Because of exposure to the elements, people who are homeless are going to continue to be at the front lines of issues related to climate change. They’re absorbing the impact to a greater degree.” latimes.com/california/sto…

via ⁦The New York Times⁩ Sobering news for the first day of Spring. #climate nytimes.com/2023/03/20/cli…

#LARain ☔ can create powerful & dangerous conditions in LA County waterways & river channels— please avoid them during and after the storm. 🎥 Los Angeles County

Today is #WorldWaterDay, and we are grateful for all the #LARain! LA County Public Works is working to capture, clean, and conserve rainwater within our world class stormwater infrastructure. (1/2)

“Nature gave us a lifeline in the face of climate whiplash,” said GM Adel Hagekhalil. “We need to take this lifeline, replenish our resources, but continue to work and plan ahead.” #CAWater latimes.com/california/sto…

💧 So far this storm season, LA County has captured 97 billion gallons of stormwater in its dams, reservoirs, and spreading grounds — enough water for 2.3 million residents for a year!

Today, April 15th, marks the end of storm season 🌧️ in #LAcounty— and what a season it was! Downtown LA saw more than 29 inches of rainfall, making it one of the wettest winters since 2005.

So far, #LACounty has captured 117 BILLION gallons of stormwater to recharge local groundwater supplies. That's enough water💧 for 2.8 million Angelenos for an entire year! #LARain

FREE RIDES on our 🚍🚊🚲🚐, Metrolink trains & DASH buses today for 🌎 day! Transit is good for our air, environment & public health. Popular trip planners include Google Maps, Apple Maps, Transit app & Moovit app. See you on board!

#EarthDay As Muhammad Ali once said when “LACounty” dedicated a day in his honor. “Only one?” Marveling today at the beauty of our natural AND built environments. Do something good!

In all, the first rainy season of the Interceptor’s operation saw the collection of 7 tons of material, of which nearly two-thirds was inorganic. This first pilot year “had all the challenges we wanted it to have: heavy pollutants,…lnkd.in/gr5NfNQc lnkd.in/gtmiqAya

LA County Public Works wants to hear from you to improve important services in your community including road repairs, flood control, water quality, bike lanes, and waste removal. Your feedback will be used to help inform recommendations to improve all LA County communities. (1/2)

#SantaAna winds are on track for Saturday Night through at least Monday. This is a DANGEROUS situation. Residents in high fire danger areas should PREPARE NOW if called to evacuate. #cawx

With dangerous #RedFlag conditions coming soon (Tonight thru Mon or Tue), be EXTRA CAREFUL with, to the point of avoid using, anything that can start a fire. Here are some examples of things that have started a wildfire in the past. Some are obvious. Some are not.

🌲 Wrapping up the holiday festivities? ♻️ Visit CleanLA.com to learn the easiest way to recycle your tree in your neighborhood.

Here are the updated graphics for today's forecast. Do you have your raincoat, umbrella, and rainboots ready? #rain #cawx #socal #la #santabarbara #ventura #sanluisobispo

Prepare now for the heavy #LARain that is expected to impact LA County starting Sunday night. Sign up for emergency alerts: alert.lacounty.gov Learn tips on how to stay safe: ready.lacounty.gov/rain

#2 Westbound lane closed at the 20700 block of PCH (b/t Las Flores - Big Rock). Use caution if you are on the roadways. City of Malibu The Acorn The Malibu Times 99.1 KBUU Radio Malibu

🌎 Happy #EarthDay! This morning Supervisor Holly J. Mitchell is LIVE on KTLA 5 Morning News at the site of the #BallonaCreek Trash #Inteceptor007 talking about what #LACounty is doing to protect the planet and local waterways. Tune in to KTLA at 8amto learn more! #earthdayeveryday

Local investments in water infrastructure pay off BIG with second stellar year of ⛈️ stormwater capture. Collaboration under #LACountyWaterPlan promises even greater results. Lindsey P. Horvath LADWP latimes.com/environment/st…