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Major rainfall prompts flood warnings in Southern California

The adverse weather conditions are reportedly the result of an "atmospheric river," which the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) describes as "relatively long, narrow regions in the atmosphere – like rivers in the sky – that transport most of the water vapor outside of the tropics."

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New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham unveils 50-year water conservation plan

The governor unveiled a 23-page plan on Tuesday to combat the issue. Among other things, it proposes public education campaigns, infrastructure improvements, updated wastewater treatment plants and watershed restoration.

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State agriculture officials press banks on involvement with climate bloc: 'We hold serious concerns'

Of particular concern to the agricultural officers are what they deemed the "severe consequences for American farmers—including cutting America’s beef and livestock consumption in half."

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Study finds that a ban on plastic grocery bags in New Jersey actually increased plastic consumption

The shift to alternatives to bags made from plastic film resulted in customers using alternative bags, which contain more plastic and produce higher greenhouse gas emissions, the study found.

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Newsom issues emergency proclamation over San Diego-area flooding

Video footage online has shown cars floating along flooded streets with water levels nearing the roofs of some smaller vehicles.

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Freezing temperatures across US have killed 49 people, millions under severe weather alerts

New Jersey, Arkansas and multiple counties in West Virginia have declared a state of emergency due to the severe weather. 

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Ban provision in Colorado's plastic bag, Styrofoam container law goes into effect

The law authorizes local governments and counties to enforce violations with a civil penalty of up to $500 for a second violation, and up to $1,000 for a third or subsequent violation. An exception is a local government can’t enforce a violation of a retail establishment within a school.

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Midwest and upper Plains hit with blizzard warnings following Christmas

Eastern South Dakota and western Minnesota are under an ice storm warning. 

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Scientists raise alarm about 'zombie deer disease' in Yellowstone jumping to humans

"No one is saying that it’s definitely going to happen, but it’s important for people to be prepared," one doctor said.