Some Containment Progress As Two Wildfires Continue to Burn in Orange County
Emergencies & Disasters
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Depending on whether conditions change, fire authorities expect full containment of both blazes by Nov. 10.
“Like Nothing I’ve Experienced Before,” Orange County Flees from Two Fires
Emergencies & Disasters
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Residents evacuate from two infernos — one threatening Irvine, one threatening Yorba Linda.
Gov. Newsom Ousts Key Poseidon Desal Critic from Water Board Ahead of Project’s Approval
Water, Power & Waste
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The move comes as the project’s developer, Poseidon Water, has spent hundreds of thousands of dollars lobbying Sacramento.
Will Gov. Newsom Replace Poseidon Desal Project Critic on OC Regional Water Board?
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There are mounting questions over whether Gov. Gavin Newsom will replace William von Blasingame, when his current term expires Sept. 30.
Conservationists Split Over Poseidon Desal Project’s Potential to Help Bolsa Chica Wetlands
Outdoors
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Some say the project could fund the Bolsa Chica Wetlands, weighed against the plant’s expected ecosystem damage. Others say Bolsa Chica doesn’t need Poseidon’s help.
OC, State Regulators Raise Concerns Over Public Access in Dana Point Harbor Developers’ Plans
Outdoors
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California regulators and local stakeholders are raising concerns over whether developers will ensure boating and harbor access to the general public – not just the wealthy.
San Clemente Coastal Commissioner Resigns; Alleges Council Inaction, Dialogue Breakdown
San Clemente
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The news comes after recent moves by City Council members to overhaul the role of their committees this year.
Water Officials Push Back Decision on Huntington Beach Desal Project Yet Again
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The Santa Ana Regional Water Quality Control Agency board directors anticipate returning to the issue on Sept. 17.
Controversial Huntington Beach Desalination Project Faces Key Hurdle Friday
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Getting a permit from the Santa Ana regional water board would be one of the last hurdles for the Poseidon Water company to clear for its desalination project.
Questions Over Water Official Who Took Money from Interests Pushing Desal Project She’s Voting On
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State and local officials agree that Kris Murray’s upcoming vote for a desalination project pushed by groups she took money from is legal.