What made Tropical Storm Hilary hitting Southern California such a big event? Weather officials say the storm was unusual, but new warning systems helped elevate awareness of the storm.

The massive reservoir — the largest in Southern California — was considerably drained during the state’s driest three years on record, with nearly half of the lake’s supply used to bolster ...

Officials behind Orange County’s newest conservation area, the nearly 400-acre Randall Preserve, are seeking input as they ...

Southern California Continues Battle Against Nature, As Flooding Closes Major Freeway. By Bruce Haring. Bruce Haring. More Stories By Man Convicted In Rapper PnB Rock’s Killing Gets Long Prison ...

About 5% to 10% of all California earthquakes are followed by a larger one within a week, and the probability of a larger quake depends on how much aftershock activity there is, according to the USGS.

In Southern California's Tijuana River Estuary, a blind scientist is leading a tour that encourages visitors to experience nature a little differently. He introduces visitors to the native plants ...

This is the place to go for a truly unique Southern California nature experience. Devils Postpile National Monument. Forged by fire and ice nearly 100,000 years ago, ...

A heat wave struck Southern California earlier this month. Soon after, large swaths of the region began to burn. All three fires, the Line Fire, the Bridge Fire, and the Airport Fire, are still going.

These pockets of nature exist in canyons throughout Southern California, partially because their topography makes them challenging to develop, but also because communities have fought to keep them ...

BENO GUTENBERG and C. F. Richter have recently studied in detail several hundred earthquakes in southern California with the view of finding out the physical properties of the earth's crust in the ...

Beachgoers spotted bright blue, glowing waves in Southern California’s coastline this week. The bioluminescence waves, which turn the ocean red during the day and glow neon blue night, have been ...

We took on the task of researching the best beaches in Southern California. With over 500 miles of coastline, this beach paradise combines breathtaking landscapes, vibrant culture, and experiences for ...