Good morning. The committee will come to order. We are here today to discuss the outlook for the 2019 wildfire season. As we know, its underway, certainly underway in my state. I know its underway in washington state, california most certainly, and weve all received [inaudible] yeah. West virginia, youre okay right now. But if you look at that map, that red in the southwest is something to Pay Attention to as well. Excuse me. Last week the National Interagency fire center released its monthly wildland fire potential outlook for june through september, and despite relief from the oppressive Drought Conditions this past winter, analysts predict elevated wildfire activity in california, oregon and washington among other areas in the country. Some of the stage is set for fire activity similar to indescribable damage and the staggering loss of life that we saw last year in northern california. We watched in horror as the camp fire engulfed the town of paradise, killing 85 individuals, some
[inaudible conversations] good morning. The committee will come to order. We are here today to discuss the outlook for the 2019 wildfire season. As we know, its underway, certainly underway in my state. I know its underway in washington state, california most certainly, and weve all received [inaudible] yeah. West virginia, youre okay right now. But if you look at that map, that red in the southwest is something to Pay Attention to as well. Excuse me. Last week the National Interagency fire center released its monthly wildland fire potential outlook for june through september, and despite relief from the oppressive Drought Conditions this past winter, analysts predict elevated wildfire activity in california, oregon and washington among other areas in the country. Some of the stage is set for fire activity similar to indescribable damage and the staggering loss of life that we saw last year in northern california. We watched in horror as the camp fire engulfed the town of paradise, kil
Homicides, car break ins, and vandalism. New tonight ktvu betty yu live tonight in oakland. And betty, you spoke with some of the people behind this campaign. Thats right. And they call it love our lake. Its meant to showcase the beauty of oakland and attract more people to lake merritt. Now, many people i spoke with in the area tonight say they welcome this plan, but they also expressed some Public Safety concerns. Love our lake. Wants to remind oakland residents and visitors of lake merritts vibrancy and beauty this summer. Childrens fairyland executive director Kimberly Miller came up with the idea. I want children and families to feel really comfortable and excited to enjoy outdoor recreation, art and culture at our heart center at the lake. The initiative is a collaboration among lakeside institutions including the oakland museum, the oakland public library, and visit oakland. There will be pop up activities featuring free concerts, jogging and walking groups, and health and welln
Well have the latest on that developing story in a moment. But first, President Biden spent the weekend campaigning with a focus on black voters. Tonight the president is in detroit addressing an naacp dinner. He stopped at a local cafe along the way where he laid out what he says is at stake. Earlier mr. Biden delivered the commencement address at morehouse, an historically black college for men, where he faced some backlash over his handling of the war in gaza. Our Nikole Killion was there and leads our coverage. Good evening, nikole. Reporter good evening. For the most part morehouses Graduation Ceremony was incidentfree. There were no major interruptions, although many found a way to express their support for and against the president. At the gates of Morehouse College demonstrations outside its just completely genocide. Reporter and silent protest inside. Some students and faculty donned palestinian scarves and the color of the flag. While others turned their backs to President Bi
Convening an urgent meeting this morning. What it means for the region already on edge. Breaking overnight in the u. S. Multiple tornadoes touching down across the plains, bringing powerful winds and hail. Plus the heat wave emergency in texas. Hundreds of thousands without power from last weeks storms now record setting heat is settling in. Were tracking it all. Sean diddy combs apologizing after newly surfaced video appears to show him attacking his then girlfriend. Im truly sorry. Why . He will not be charged. Plus,s, and chaotic weekend coming to a close for Scottie Scheffler. What were learning about the golfers arrest, including video of the incident to be released soon. What in the world . The strange sight seen streaking across the night sky and picture perfect proposal. See the marathon winner getting down on one knee after crossing the finish line. From abc news this is america, this morning. Good morning everyone. Im andrew dymburt. Good morning to you. Im rhiannon ally. We