Failed pumps along I-580 in East Oakland last week showed how local freeways are vulnerable to heavy rains.
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Caltrans can’t close Wood Street encampment without shelter plan, judge orders
A federal judge maintained a temporary restraining order pausing closure plans, but said residents will need to leave eventually.
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Most of Wood Street homeless camp to be closed following massive fire
The Caltrans announcement has residents scrambling to find alternative living arrangements. Others have vowed to stay and resist the closure.
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Man dies in RV fire in West Oakland
The Wood Street encampment fire destroyed six vehicles and displaced five people.
