Name: Local 11 am weather: October 17, 2019
Uploaded: 10/17/2019 6:29:12 PM
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Description: Local 11 am weather: October 17, 2019

Sacramento Local Forecast

Chance of overnight showers and cooler

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Scattered rain showers possible late Wednesday into Thursday

Along with showers, much cooler temperatures are also in the forecast.

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California earthquake alerts to become available statewide

The system's statewide debut Thursday will coincide with the 30th anniversary of the Loma Prieta earthquake that ravaged the San Francisco area on Oct. 17, 1989.

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2018-19 water year closes with some good and some great news

September 30 marks the end of the water year. The water year runs from October 1 the year prior through September 30 the following year.

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Did a tornado really rip through Davis?

Numerous photos of what appears to be a tornado soon flooded social media and at first glance it really does look like a tornado.

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PG&E restores power to customers; shutoffs still in effect for roughly 17,000 residents in Butte, Nevada, Yuba Counties | UPDATED

PG&E said it will attempt to contact customers that could be impacted by the power shutoffs by telephone, text, and email.

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September rain may cause damage to area crops

Many other crops this time of year are also prone to damage from ill-timed weather. One major crop is the wine grape.

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The art of driving in the rain: A guide for California motorists

It's said that Californians are the worst at driving in the rain. Is there any truth to this stereotype and what can drivers do to stay safe?

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Thunderstorms pose new threat to the largest wildfire in California

The risk for thunderstorms increases Tuesday, bringing a new challenge to getting those fires under containment in Northern California.

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Summer 2019 hits Top 10 hottest on record in Sacramento

Most people think of heat as the afternoon temperature, but each day is 24 hours and that's where you find a surprising trend this summer.

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Ever wondered why hurricanes don't hit California?

Tropical storms need 80-degree temperatures for development. The warmer the water, the better chance for a hurricane to develop. California lacks these warm waters.

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What do the different hurricane categories mean?

When a storm reaches Category 3 status it's considered a 'major hurricane.'

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Are you really ready for the big earthquake?

This KGW special report takes you through surviving the shaking, reuniting with your family, and stocking up for weeks without help.

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Our longest stretch of hot weather is on the way

The numbers may not be as extreme as last week, but this heat will stick around longer making it just as dangerous.

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New connection to tropical thunderstorms and California Heat Waves: Geek Lab

Researchers discover a new link between intense thunderstorms in the tropics and California heat waves.

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Geek Lab | Why grass is cooler for your pet to walk on than concrete in a heat wave

Grass stays cooler than concrete and blacktop surfaces during heat waves. Using the five second rule can help you know what's safe for your pet to walk on.

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