A fire broke out at one of the world's largest lithium battery storage facilities in Monterey County, California, forcing evacuation orders and closing a portion of coastal Highway 1.

On Saturday at 5:07 a.m. the NWS Hanford CA issued a dense fog advisory. The advisory is for Merced - Madera - Mendota, Planada - Le Grand - Snelling, Fresno area and Fresno-Clovis.

The massive fire at one of the world's largest lithium battery storage plants in Northern California has shaken a local community worried about possible long-term impacts and brought scrutiny to the emerging industry's safety practices.

Areas of patchy dense fog are present Saturday morning, but should lift by late morning leaving us with a sunny and mild afternoon.

On Friday at 10:46 a.m. the NWS Eureka CA issued an updated beach hazards statement valid from Saturday 4 p.m. until Monday 4 p.m. The statement is for Coastal Del Norte, Northern Humboldt Coast, Southwestern Humboldt and Mendocino Coast.

Hundreds of people have been ordered to evacuate due to a major fire at one of the world’s largest battery storage plants in Northern California.

Then in September 2022, a fire broke out at the PG&E Elkhorn battery plant. Police closed Highway 1 for 12 hours. An investigation found it was caused by an improperly installed vent shield on one of the 256 units, which allowed rainwater to get in and short out the batteries. There were no injuries to firefighters, PG&E employees or the public.

A major fire burning at one of the world’s largest battery storage plants in Northern California is sending up flames of toxic smoke.

These seven hidden gems in Northern California are perfect for your next adventure. Add them to your bucket list.

A public safety warning has been issued after reports of mountain lion sightings in Northern California, according to the Sierra County Sheriff’s Office. Officials said the sightings have been in the Upper Main Street area of Downieville.

PAYNES CREEK — A tornado touched down in Northern California's Tehama County on Friday, weather officials confirmed. According to the National Weather Service, a tornado touched down around 5:22 p.m. near the Paynes Creek area and around 11 miles southwest of Shingletown.

The Thursday morning commute in Northern California will be chilly before temperatures warm up later in the day.