CalFire

Environment and Energy

Gov. Newsom adds 1.4 million acres of state land into highest fire risk categories

Amanda Wernik

After wildfires scorched parts of Los Angeles County, Governor Gavin Newsom is tightening fire safety rules.

Environment and Energy

SLO County air quality officials enforce “no burn” rule throughout the week

Amanda Wernik

The rule started on Monday after weekend rains caused unsafe burning conditions.

After a number of RV's got stuck in the water and the Oceano Dunes Thursday. Cal Fire and Santa Barbara County emergency officials assisted State Parks with evacuating people from the campsite.

Environment and Energy

Giant waves continue along the central coast prompting advisories, warnings and rescues

KCBX News Staff

Parts of the central coast are seeing up to 20 foot waves until Saturday, according to the National Weather Service. The high surf is keeping emergency crews busy with rescues this week.

Celebrate National Fire Prevention Week at the Downtown SLO Farmers’ Market on Thursday, October 12, 2023, from 6–9 PM, a free, family friendly event that is open to the public.

Environment and Energy

City of SLO honoring National Fire Prevention Week at Farmer’s Market

Amanda Wernik

The City of San Luis Obispo is celebrating National Fire Prevention Week with an event at the Downtown SLO Farmers’ market tonight.

Residents and child care facilities can apply for grant funding to help with child care costs and expand capacity.

Central Coast News

KCBX News Update: Pismo Beach offers child care assistance funding and Allan Hancock provides free telehealth services to students

Rachel Showalter

The Pismo Beach City Council approved a child care assistance grant program for eligible residents and child care facilities. Plus, Allan Hancock College now offers free 24/7 telehealth services to students.