Morning Wire California Storm & Gun Law Controversy | 1.12.23
Jan 12, 2023
California is facing severe weather with storms causing flooding and mudslides, impacting thousands. Meanwhile, San Jose's new law requires gun owners to have liability insurance, stirring debate over safety and Second Amendment rights. In Virginia, there’s controversy over schools withholding National Merit Awards from students amid equity concerns, prompting a state investigation. The clash between academic recognition and policy aims is at the forefront of discussions.
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California Storms
- California is experiencing its wettest period since the 1860s, with San Francisco receiving over 12 inches of rain in 15 days.
- The Sierra Nevada has seen seven feet of snow this month, leading to flooding, mudslides, and avalanches.
Atmospheric Rivers
- Atmospheric rivers are narrow but long bands of moisture in the atmosphere that can carry vast amounts of water.
- They can transport a billion pounds of moisture per second, more than all major rivers combined.
San Jose Gun Law
- San Jose, California, now requires gun owners to have liability insurance.
- Critics argue this infringes on Second Amendment rights and disproportionately affects low-income residents.