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Northern California is bracing for a cold Monday morning with temperatures nearing freezing and areas of frost in the Valley and Foothills, according to KCRA Meteorologist Kelly Curran. However, the afternoon is expected to bring sunny skies and mild temperatures in the upper 50s and low 60s, with a weather system bringing potential rain and snow later in the week.
Sacramento launched its Equitable Urban Forest project, uniting state leaders and over 400 volunteers to plant 215 trees along the Sacramento Northern Parkway. This initiative, supported by an Urban and Community Forestry grant, aims to enhance green spaces in disinvested neighborhoods, improve air quality, and foster community pride. The event also honored conservationist Dr. Jane Goodall’s 90th birthday, contributing to a broader climate action commitment across California.
Sacramento's annual "Clean Air Day" emphasizes the importance of improving air quality and public health through community engagement and city initiatives. The City of Sacramento has implemented various programs, including the addition of electric waste collection trucks and the Sacramento Urban Forest Plan, aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions and enhancing local air quality. Councilmember Eric Guerra highlights the urgency of addressing air pollution, particularly in vulnerable populations.