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6 days ago
- General
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Watch: Sea lion pups return to wild in Venice Beach
Animal advocates gathered in Venice Beach on Wednesday to celebrate the release of four sea lion pups back into the wild. Upon their release, the young marine mammals made their way toward freedom cautiously at first, though they quickly spotted the ocean and made their way into the Pacific waves. A Marine Mammal Care Center volunteer named Kayla told KTLA's Erin Myers that two of the youngsters had sustained shark bites, while the other two were 'malnourished and super skinny.' 'It's really nice seeing them get their weight back, and [one of the pups named] Spiderling especially had a really deep wound, so seeing her recover is really good,' Kayla said. These four pups came to the center amid a crisis in Southern California's ocean waters, as many sea creatures had been sickened by domoic acid, which is produced by algae blooms. Kayla noted that they typically get about 2,000 calls for service each year, but due to this recent bloom, they've received 4,000 already this year. That bloom began in February, and though the San Pedro-based MMCC said the danger has largely passed as of last month, algae blooms are expected to return, especially as climate change makes the oceans more acidic, conditions under which algae thrive. The MMCC has partnered with L.A. County Supervisor Lindsey Horvath to better prepare for the next algae bloom. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
08-05-2025
- Yahoo
Survivor of brutal hit-and-run speaks out, asks for help finding L.A. driver
A woman who survived a brutal hit-and-run in Los Angeles' Los Feliz neighborhood is asking for the public's help in finding the motorist who struck her and left her unconscious in the street last month. Kate Oliva told KTLA's Erin Myers that she was jogging at around 11:30 a.m. April 3 when the driver, believed to have been in a white SUV or truck, crashed into her at Talmadge Street and Franklin Avenue. 'Being hit is one thing, being left is quite another,' Oliva, who suffered serious injuries, told KTLA. 'Just coming to in the road, covered in blood, disoriented, not knowing what happened and knowing that someone could do that and just leave you there is really harrowing.' A passerby spotted her unconscious and bloody in the street and came to her assistance. 'I had a concussion. I had to get staples [in my head]. I had bruising and cuts all over the right side of my body,' the writer and filmmaker explained. Kate Oliva, a victim of a hit-and-run in Los Feliz, seen in photos shortly after the April 3, 2025, incident. (viewer pic) Kate Oliva, a victim of a hit-and-run in Los Feliz, seen in photos shortly after the April 3, 2025, incident. (viewer pic) Kate Oliva, a victim of a hit-and-run in Los Feliz, seen in photos shortly after the April 3, 2025, incident. (viewer pic) Oliva added that while she's still recovering from her injuries, getting back to work full time has been difficult and that she has good and bad days, though she shared her gratitude for the strangers who helped her that day. Jennifer Aniston's alleged stalker, gate crasher facing felony charges 'If there is one silver lining to this experience it's that I've gotten to know so many people in this community,' she said. 'This is such a lovely place to live, and I feel really lucky because so many people have been so kind and helpful.' Detectives canvassed the area where the hit-and-run occurred and spoke to potential witnesses but so far, the suspect remains free, which is why Oliva is reaching out to the public. 'It would be great to have a better understanding of what happened, who did this,' she said. Police continue to investigate the hit-and-run and say detectives are still following up on potential leads. Anyone with information about the investigation is urged to contact LAPD or email ea@ Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. For the latest news, weather, sports, and streaming video, head to KTLA.
Yahoo
03-04-2025
- Climate
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Number of wildfires burning in Florida climbs as dry conditions continue. Where, what to know
The number of wildfires burning in Florida is going up as residents anticipate dry days into the weekend, along with possible record high temperatures. On Thursday, April 3, there were 44 wildfires in the state, up from 38 the day before. More than 28,000 acres have been affected. ➤ Weather alerts via text: Sign up to get updates about current storms and weather events by location The average statewide drought index jumped to 313 April 2, up from 303 the day before. The driest conditions continue to stretch across South and Southwest Florida. "Well-above normal high temperatures" can be expected each afternoon into Saturday, according to the Florida Department of Emergency Management. "With the help of high pressure and dry conditions, high temperatures will reach the middle to upper 80s and lower 90s each afternoon. Typically, across North Florida, these are not temperatures we see for at least another three to four weeks on average, so there is a chance for record-breaking temperatures." The Keetch-Byram Drought Index average for Florida stopped its downward trend Wednesday, jumping to 313 from Tuesday's 303. The drought index uses a scale from 0, which is very wet, to 800, which is very dry. As of Wednesday, April 2, there were 12 Florida counties with an average Keetch-Byram Drought Index over 500, which means drought or increased fire danger. Broward: 564 Charlotte: 529 Collier: 571 Glades: 517 Hardee: 526 Hendry: 563 Lee: 568 Manatee: 521 Miami-Dade: 520 Monroe: 520 Palm Beach: 549 Sarasota: 518 Another 14 of Florida's 67 counties have index numbers in the 400s. Locally sensitive wildfire conditions may be possible this afternoon and evening (April 3) along portions of the western peninsula of Florida as dry air lowers relative humidity values to near 40% to 50% and breezy conditions persist over areas with ongoing drought conditions, according to the Florida Department of Emergency Management. According to the Florida Forest Service, burn bans are in place for the following counties: Charlotte Collier Glades Hendry Highlands Lake Sarasota The open burning of yard debris is always prohibited in these counties: Duval Hillsborough Orange Pinellas The Lake Woodruff National Wildlife Refuge in DeLeon Springs opened to the public Thursday, April 3. A fire burning since March 31, caused by lightning, is no longer threatening trails, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service said. According to Erin Myers, public information officer for the East Marsh Road blaze, the fire has burned 2,800 acres and is 80% contained. ➤ Officials: Wildfire at Lake Woodruff refuge near DeLand 60% contained Florida Forest Service Michael Harris said a fire in Collier County encompassed 70 acres as of 1 p.m. April 2. The cause of the fire is unknown. Harris said there is no threat to public safety since the fire is mainly in a forested area. He warned smoke will linger for three to four days even after the fire is contained. A few showers are possible across the Florida peninsula this afternoon, and an isolated rumble of thunder can't be ruled out, according to the Florida Department of Emergency Management. Warm and muggy conditions are expected to continue, with heat indices approaching the middle to upper 90s across west-central Florida. Expect winds of 10 to 15 mph, with gusts up to 15-25 mph. Locally sensitive wildfire conditions are possible along the peninsula in the afternoon. We will continue to update our weather coverage as conditions warrant. Download your local site's app to ensure you're always connected to the news. And look for our special subscription offers here. Contributors: Kendall Little, Naples Daily News; Patricio G. Balona, Daytona Beach News-Journal This article originally appeared on The Daytona Beach News-Journal: Florida brush fires map: Number at 44. More than 28,000 burned
Yahoo
31-03-2025
- Yahoo
Multiple Orange County sheriff's patrol cars involved in wild crash
A wild rollover crash damaged four Orange County Sheriff's Department squad cars early Monday morning. Preliminary information indicates the crash occurred around 2:15 a.m. at the intersection of Orangewood Avenue and Beach Boulevard in Stanton. First responders, including firefighters, were said to have been at the scene handling a car fire at a Shell gas station when the crash happened. Lamborghini driver flees after crash with SUV in Los Angeles neighborhood Video from the scene shows a Nissan Altima sedan on its side wedged in between two patrol vehicles. Further footage shows the sedan also hit a pole and damaged a water pipe. A sheriff's department official told KTLA 5's Erin Myers that four OCSD vehicles were damaged, elaborating that multiple deputies were within inches of being hit. According to a witness, Kevin Lee, the Nissan sedan was traveling at a high rate of speed and slammed into the patrol vehicles parked just outside of the gas station. 'The Altima was flying down Beach, jumped the curb on the side and landed in between two cop cars,' Lee said. 'It jumped pretty high.' Discovery of bleeding man on Southern California highway leads to his girlfriend's arrest At least one person, believed to be the Altima driver, was seen on a stretcher in an ambulance, and another individual was seen lying down near one of the gas station pumps. No injuries were immediately reported to deputies or firefighters. The scene was cleared by 6 a.m., although investigators still had the area blocked off over an hour later due to the damaged pole and water pipe. OCSD officials said that the California Highway Patrol will be handling the investigation into the crash. It remains unclear if the driver of the Altima will be facing any charges. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
