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For Maui survivors, specific advice from Camp fire survivors – Los Angeles Times
Paradise residents and other survivors of the Camp fire offer practical advice to those affected by the devastating wildfire on Maui. They share guidance on dealing with utilities, bills, documentation, and emotional challenges. A Facebook group and GoFundMe page have been created to facilitate knowledge-sharing. Despite similar experiences, they acknowledge differences between the disasters and emphasize supporting without overwhelming survivors.
Supervisors Argue Insurance Companies Are Targeting Tuolumne County Unfairly – myMOTHERLODE.com
At a recent meeting of the Tuolumne County, Board of Supervisors, RCRC’s Senior Policy Advocate Staci Heaton discussed RCRC’s targeted advocacy efforts on this issue, pushing the state legislature for new policy changes to enhance consumer protection and accountability of insurers.
California researchers race to find solutions to wildfire smoke-tainted wine – Capital Public Radio
Wine industry faces challenges in combatting smoke taint related to wildfire. UC Davis researchers are testing a polymer-based solution, normally used against fungus, on grapes to combat smoke taint caused by wildfire smoke settling on vineyards.