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As climate shocks multiply, designers seek holy grail: disaster-proof homes

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 12:40:52 GMT

John duSaint, a retired software engineer, recently bought property near Bishop, California, in a rugged valley east of the Sierra Nevada. The area is at risk for wildfires, severe daytime heat and high winds — and also heavy winter snowfall.But duSaint isn’t worried. He’s planning to live in a dome.The 29-foot structure will be coated with aluminum shingles that reflect heat and are also fire-resistant. Because the dome has less surface area than a rectangular house, it’s easier to insulate against heat or cold. And it can withstand high winds and heavy snowpack.“The dome shell itself is basically impervious,” duSaint said.As weather grows more extreme, geodesic domes and other resilient home designs are gaining new attention from more climate-conscious homebuyers — and the architects and builders who cater to them.The trend could begin to dislodge the inertia that underlies America’s struggle to adapt to climate change: Technologies exist to protect homes against severe weather — ...

South Coast Air Quality Management District extends smoke advisory due to ‘Rabbit Fire’ 

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 12:40:52 GMT

The South Coast Air Quality Management District has extended their smoke advisory until Monday at noon due to the spread of the “Rabbit Fire” in Riverside County. According to the AQMD, winds from the west will continue to push any remaining smoke towards the east and may result in Air Quality Index levels that are unhealthy for sensitive groups in impacted areas. The traveling smoke may potentially affect neighborhoods in the Hemet area, Idyllwild, San Gorgonio Pass and the Coachella Valley. The South Coast Air Quality Management District has extended their smoke advisory until Monday at noon due to the spread of the “Rabbit Fire” in Riverside County. (South Coast Air Quality Management Department) These Southern California temperatures are now the highest-ever recorded “Note that AQI levels may reach the ‘unhealthy’ category in the afternoon hours from high levels of ozone due to the current heat wave and are largely unrelated to the fires,” the South Coast AQMD said in a s...

2 California cities among America's worst drivers, 2 among America's best: study

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 12:40:52 GMT

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WKRN) - Feel like you share the roadways with some dangerous drivers? A new study shows where that's most likely to be the case. The study by ConsumerAffairs reviewed crash data from the U.S. Department of Transportation and information included in the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration's Fatality Analysis Reporting System. The site then ranked cities based on four factors: crash fatalities per 100,000 people, the number of fatalities (per 100,000 people) due to bad driving, positive blood alcohol content, and speeding. "Bad driving" included driving the wrong way in one-way traffic; failing to yield; aggressive and careless driving; making an improper turn; following improperly; inexperience operating; passing where prohibited; and improper or erratic lane changing. Only cities with populations of 100,000 or more were reviewed by ConsumerAffairs. Los Angeles one of the least safe cities for drivers, study shows Cities with the worst drivers, ...

How Oakland A’s top prospect Soderstrom is showcasing versatility early

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 12:40:52 GMT

OAKLAND – Oakland A’s top prospect Tyler Soderstrom has been in the major leagues for all of three days, and he has already shown himself to be a versatile talent at multiple positions.The 21-year-old from Turlock started at DH on Friday, caught on Saturday and is scheduled to start at first base during the Sunday series finale against the Minnesota Twins. “I’ll be taking ground balls and doing early work, but it’s the same game,” Soderstrom said. “I’ve been playing first and catching all year.” Regardless of where he plays in the field, Soderstrom’s bat is expected to provide some punch to a lineup that has scored a league-low 3.61 runs-per-game and scuffled to a 25-69 record. After going hitless in his debut, Soderstrom was 2 for 4 on Saturday in a 10-7 loss. His first hit was an infield single to third base off All-Star pitcher Pablo Lopez, and his second was another single that this time made it into left.“I didn’t exactly draw that one up in my head for my first major lea...

Man shot during attempted robbery of Amazon vehicle in San Francisco

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 12:40:52 GMT

(KRON) -- A man was shot during an attempted robbery of an Amazon vehicle on Saturday evening, Amazon confirmed to KRON4. At around 6:11 p.m., officers responded to the report of a shooting at the intersection of Mariposa Street and Pennsylvania Avenue, the San Francisco Police Department said. Officers located a man suffering from gunshot-related injuries, SFPD said. Kidnapped San Mateo woman found in Mexico, en route back to U.S. (Photo by Justin Sullivan/Getty Images)The victim was taken to a local hospital for treatment of non-life-threatening injuries. An investigation into the incident discovered that an attempted robbery had taken place, police said. No arrests have been made and the suspect fled the scene."We're working closely with law enforcement as they investigate this crime and are focused on supporting our team during this difficult time," Amazon said in a statement to KRON4. KRON On is streaming news live now.embed-container { position: relative; padding-bottom: 56...

Fatal ATV crash in Cloverdale: High speed, no helmets, CHP says

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 12:40:52 GMT

(KRON) -- An ATV crashed into a power pole claiming one life and leaving another person injured on Saturday night in Cloverdale. Neither of riders was wearing a helmet, the California Highway Patrol said. Man shot during attempted robbery of Amazon vehicle in San Francisco The crash happened just after 7 p.m. at a property on River Road near Highland Ranch Road. The initial investigation indicates that two people were on the ATV heading west on a gravel road. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now KRON4 Breaking News SIGN UP NOW The ATV attempted to turn and pass through a gate at a high rate of speed when it crashed into a wire fence and power pole. Both the driver and the passenger were ejected off the ATV. Emergency responders pronounced the driver dead at the s...

Chelsea completes the signing of Brazilian teenager Angelo Gabriel

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 12:40:52 GMT

LONDON (AP) — Chelsea has completed the signing of Brazilian teenager Angelo Gabriel from Santos as new manager Mauricio Pochettino looks to add talented youth to his squad.The 18-year-old winger, who became the youngest player in the history of Brazil’s national championship when he made his senior debut at the age of 15 years and 308 days, had 129 first-team appearances at Santos.Gabriel’s fee and the length of his contract have not been confirmed, although reports have suggested he has cost the Premier League club around 13 million pounds ($17 million).“Welcome to Chelsea, Angelo!” said a statement Sunday on the club’s official website. ___AP soccer: https://apnews.com/hub/soccer and https://twitter.com/AP_SportsSource

Conforto, Bailey hit 10th-inning doubles and Giants beat Pirates 8-4 to win 5th straight

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 12:40:52 GMT

PITTSBURGH (AP) — Michael Conforto and Patrick Bailey hit two-run doubles in a five-run 10th inning, and the San Francisco Giants beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 8-4 on Sunday to finish a three-game sweep and extend their winning streak to five.With automatic runner Casey Schmitt on second, Wilmer Flores singled off Yerry De Los Santos (0-1) starting the 10th and Joc Pederson hit a go-ahead sacrifice fly.J.D. Davis walked, Conforto doubled to the right-center gap for a 6-3 lead and Mike Yastrzemski was intentionally walked. Luis Matos was intentionally walked and Bailey doubled to left to put the Giants ahead 8-3.“I think it speaks to the club’s resilience, which is something we’ve been talking about for several years here,” Giants manager Gabe Kapler said. “I think that’s still the true character of this team. I think it speaks to an unselfish, team-first mentality that was really the key to our season in 2021. You’re starting to see signals of that over the cou...

Cease wins for 1st time in almost 2 months as White Sox cool off Braves 8-1

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 12:40:52 GMT

ATLANTA (AP) — Dylan Cease won for the first time in nearly two months, Luis Robert Jr. had four hits that included a two-run homer and the Chicago White Sox beat Atlanta 8-1 on Sunday to stop the Braves’ streak of 11 consecutive series wins.Cease (4-3) had eight straight no-decisions since beating Cleveland on May 23, the most within a season in White Sox history. He allowed one run and three hits in five innings.Matt Olson had a run-scoring single in the third, increasing his NL-leading RBIs total to 77. Atlanta had two on and one out in the fifth before Cease struck out Austin Riley and retired Olson on a flyout.Reynaldo López, Aaron Bummer and Jesse Scholtens finished a five-hitter and ended the Braves’ streak of consecutive games with home runs at a franchise-record 28. Atlanta had been 7-0 in the decisive third games of three-game series this season.Chicago had 14 hits, its most since June 28, and took two of three for its first series win since June 23-25 against ...

“Por fin llegó el día”: tras años de investigación, las pruebas conducen a los investigadores hasta Rex Heuermann

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 12:40:52 GMT

(CNN) — Rex Heuermann salió de su oficina cerca del Empire State Building y paseó por una Quinta Avenida aún bulliciosa mientras se ponía el sol en una calurosa tarde de jueves en Manhattan.Este arquitecto de 59 años, entre cuyos clientes se encontraban Catholic Charities, American Airlines y otros inquilinos del aeropuerto internacional John F. Kennedy, aparece en un video obtenido por WABC, afiliada de CNN, caminando tranquilamente al final de su jornada laboral. Llevaba un bolso colgado del hombro y la mano izquierda en el bolsillo cuando se le acercan varios hombres con traje oscuro y corbata.Lo que sabemos de Rex Heuermann, el arquitecto de Nueva York detenido por los asesinatos de Gilgo Beach en Long IslandHeuermann, alto y corpulento, sobresalía por encima de los agentes del orden que le rodeaban. Mientras los transeúntes paseaban tranquilamente por la avenida, fue detenido sin incidentes en relación con una investigación por homicidio que lleva 13 años e implica a jóve...