Cal Poly geology students traveled to Carrizo Plain National Monument to study the 50-million-year-old rock formations in Powerline Canyon. Through hands-on fieldwork, they measured and described rock layers, using stratigraphy to piece together the region’s geological history. By analyzing particle size and bed thickness, students gained a deeper understanding of how the Central Coast landscape […]
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Low hope for a super bloom at Carrizo Plain due to dry winter
Biological sciences professor Nishanta Rajakaruna explained that if there is any bloom this year, it will likely not be as good as it was last year.
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The future is not to frack
Fracking is an incredible threat to ecosystems and local water supply. I don’t think the potential risk it poses to our coastline is anywhere near worth the money it would generate.
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A wildflower super bloom may be on the horizon as rain continues this week
More rainbows and a potential super bloom may be the reward for San Luis Obispo residents weary of the persistent rainfall and frigid temperatures. But for now, locals will have to put up with winter weather for a little longer. PG&E Meteorologist John Lindsey said the sunny skies this week will give way to another […]
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Mudslides block portion of 101; delay in reopening expected
Caltrans are currently removing approximately 9,000 cubic yards of debris from the closed highway each day.
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Proposed solar farms heat up local debates
The Topaz Solar Farm and the California Valley Solar Ranch seek to set up farms in the Carrizo Plain in San Luis Obispo County to provide more sustainable energy sources.