RCRC press releases and related news clips about RCRC and our member counties. Please note that a subscription may be required to read some external publications.
Living with wildfire: How to protect more homes as fire risk rises in a warming climate – Lake County News
Prevention and suppression will always be critical pieces of wildfire strategy, but adapting to our fiery future means everyone has a role. Educate yourself on proposed forest projects in your area. Understand and address risks to your home and community.
Representatives ask governor for broadband funding – Pacifica Tribute
Elected officials from all levels of government sent a letter to Gov. Newsom last week urging him to direct state agencies to reevaluate whether the Coastside should receive prioritized funding from the California Middle-Mile Broadband Initiative. The letter emphasizes that the lack of infrastructure on the coast puts many underserved communities at risk of losing communications during emergencies.
The Big Melt transformed California. Maps and graphics show exactly how – San Francisco Chronicle
This year's abundant water from winter storms has brought relief to communities and local ecosystems throughout the Feather River watershed, reducing fire danger, refilling reservoirs, and improving habitat for California's fish and wetlands species. This article unpacks the impact of this year's massive snowfall in the wake of California's historic drought and how communities and governments may employ new strategies to ensure sustainable growth, balancing resources, and environmental preservation.