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Over half a million acres within the triangulated borderlands of California, Nevada and Arizona have become a national monument for preservation and protection from development. About 15 miles from the California border, the new monument links with the Mojave Desert to further expand the largest concentration of Joshua trees in the world. Last week during the White House Conservation in Action Summit, President Joe Biden designated Avi Kwa Ame in Nevada (which translates to “Spirit Mountain” in Mojave) as the state’s newest national monument. It joins Nevada's three other monuments: Basin and Range, Gold Butte, and Tule Springs. The designation encompasses 506,814 acres, including Ava Kwa Ame, which rises 5,963 feet. BEST OF SFGATE Travel | I went to Yosemite National Park for firefall — and almost missed it | This San Francisco-made film helped launch the porn industry Local | What it's like to drive the zipper car on the Golden Gate Bridge | 'Get here … [Read more...] about Avi Kwa Ame, or Spirit Mountain, near Nevada-California border designated a national monument

TWO tigers have caused a brief panic after they escaped from an animal park in Georgia following a breech in their enclosure caused by tornado damage. Both tigers have since been located and safely put back in a secure enclosure, according to the safari park. Police received a report on Sunday from the Pine Mountain Animal Safari in Troup County that a tiger from their park was unaccounted for after a tornado ripped through the facility. Locals were urged to stay inside while authorities tracked the tiger down. People on social media were shocked to hear the news, initially thinking it was only one tiger, but many made light-hearted comments about the alarming situation. "Run tiger run," one Facebook user said. Another exclaimed: "I hope that tiger doesn't knock on my door!" However, some showed concern for the predator saying: "I hope the tiger will be OK." Wild Animal Safari, which calls itself a drive-through zoo, holds 65 types of exotic animals. The … [Read more...] about Tigers spark terror after escaping when tornado tears through Wild Animal Safari in Pine Mountain, Georgia

An enterprising British expat is hoping to cash in by selling jars of fresh mountain air - for £200 a bottle. John Green, 64, captures the air high up in the pristine Swiss Alps and is planning to ship bottles to buyers who live in smog-filled cities around the world. John, an IT consultant originally from London, said the air is from a "secret" location at an altitude of 10,000ft, and is the "ultimate present for the man or woman that has everything". It may seem like a silly idea but there is a demand for bottled "fresh air" in polluted countries such as China, where the wealthy spend thousands of pounds for just a few seconds of relief. The bottles range in price from £78 to £200 each ( Image: SWNS) John, who lives in Basel, insists that the sealed bottles contain "genuine mountain air" from an Alpine country that has the "best air in the world". He said: "I actually go 3,000 metres (10,000ft) up to fetch it. I don't go into a car park to get it, honest. … [Read more...] about British expat is selling fresh mountain air from Switzerland – for a breathtaking £200 a bottle

The Pacific Crest Trail draws thousands of people from all experience levels annually. Some are thru-hikers hoping to complete the 2,650-mile trek through California, Oregon and Washington (from the Mexican border to Canada), in one journey, while others are weekend backpackers and day hikers taking on smaller sections of the trail. The hikers regularly contend with challenges like hypothermia, heat exhaustion, poisonous plants, lightning, bears and rattlesnakes, along with wildfires and other impacts of climate change . But this year, experts warn, hikers face one of the greatest risks in the trail’s history: the record-setting Sierra Nevada snowpack . "These large snowpacks can be susceptible to fast melt if the weather conditions are right," Andrew Schwartz, lead scientist at the Central Sierra Snow Lab , told SFGATE. "Periods of above-average temperatures, particularly if they're prolonged, can cause significant rises in stream and river flows, which can be dangerous.” … [Read more...] about Why the Pacific Crest Trail will be more dangerous than ever this year

As the weather gets warmer across the U.S., those aquatic fantasies really start to set in. You know the ones. But instead of dreaming about a home near the water, why not consider one actually on the water? There's never been a better time to satisfy your inner seafarer, because we've found five fantastic floating homes on both coasts—ranging from the affordable $345,000 in Florida to an aspirational $2.5 million in swanky Sausalito, CA. Hot tubs, laundry rooms, home theaters, loft bedrooms: You won't believe the fancy features tucked into these upscale homes. Some even have yard-sized decks. And they're all tightly moored and docked in calm marinas, so seasickness is nothing to fear. Even the most committed landlubbers might find themselves attracted to these nautical niceties. It's all about what floats your boat. 2394 Mariner Square Dr Unit B11, Alameda, CA Price: $665,000 Alluring in Alameda: Right across the San Fransisco-Oakland Bay Bridge, you'll find … [Read more...] about Homes Ahoy! These 5 Fabulous Floating Houses Are Pure Magic

Here we go again. A low-pressure system from the Gulf of Alaska is forecast to impact the San Francisco Bay Area from Monday through Wednesday, bringing more rain and wind to a region that was battered by a storm less than a week ago. This system is expected to reach peak intensity over the Pacific Ocean off the coast of the California-Oregon border before drifting south along the California coast and passing by the Bay Area. The storm is expected to bring less severe impacts to the region than the last area of low pressure that passed directly over San Francisco, said Rick Canepa, a forecaster with the National Weather Service. The National Weather Service expanded the Monday-Tuesday wind advisory to include the North Bay, East Bay and eastern Santa Clara hills in addition to the coastal areas. The advisory is in effect Monday night through Tuesday afternoon, with peak gusts expected to be up to 40 to 50 mph. Winds are expected to begin developing in the North Bay at … [Read more...] about Another storm is forecast to hit the Bay Area. Here’s what to expect.

UK electric car future after 2030 car ban is 'unworkable' with e-fuels favoured (Image: Getty) This article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it. Learn more SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Germany, one of the European Union’s most powerful member states, called on the EU to modify its ban on the sale of new petrol and diesel vehicles, set to come into effect in 2035. It suggested that new cars built with internal combustion engines could be allowed after the deadline as long as they run on e-fuels. Related articles UK drivers ignore MOT test proposals in favour of safety Calls for elderly motorists to be banned from driving at age 70 If the … [Read more...] about UK electric car future after 2030 car ban is ‘unworkable’ with e-fuels favoured

Church Road in Tarleton (Image: James Maloney/LancsLive) SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Residents of a historic rural village have expressed their concerns about a raft of changes in their area, fearing a rise in "the 'entitled' generation driving their huge 4x4s to get 'branded' coffee". Since 1881, the population of Tarleton, Lancashire has grown from 1,900 to almost three times that amount at the time of the 2011 census. Further growth has continued since, with multiple new build estates popping up in the village and its surroundings. Now, the rural village once again stands at a crossroads as its future shifts further away from its agricultural past. Related articles 'Crazy' church yard ruling sees fake flowers banned and … [Read more...] about Row erupts as historic leafy village becomes magnet for ‘entitled’ 4×4 drivers