santa rosa. we see low temperatures in the mid and upper 30's just about everywhere except on the shoreline and coast. let's talk about rainfall the first storm will come in thursday bringing sometimes steady heading -- heavy rain. higher totals in higher elevations could be up to one half inch. it will start pushing into the northern most part of the area tonight. by thursday getting soaked with period of rainfall and snow in the sierra. some snow may fall in the highest of the bay area. later in the day on thursday going into friday morning, we will see the rain taper off with a shower or two friday morning. not much happening there but a second storm is coming in over the weekend. i will have a complete seven-day forecast a little bit later.

>> thank you have cornell barnard life with a look at the preparations there. >> like spencer said, temperature dropping here. it's getting cold with rain on the way, there is a race to help those without a house staying warm and dry. >> this is a two man tent. it is real nice and this is the metrics -- mattress. >> sandy is helping the un-house and bear dogs prepare for the cold coming this week. sandy is a volunteer for a nonprofit outreach working to end homelessness. >> i once was un-housed myself i know what it is like to be out here in the cold and it is freezing and raining. you need something to keep you safe and warm especially your body because this weather will kill you here. >> she estimates there are 1200

un-housed people living on the streets in marin county alone. >> we give out raincoats and ponchos and tents for people to be able to stay out of the elements. >> storms are also in the forecast later this week. last year, an atmospheric river left parts of downtown underwater. >> most of us are praying for rain for the environment but it is difficult for the on homed needing shelter. >> officials hope the approaching storms uproot -- improve the drought issue. drinking water at its lowest level in history at 40% capacity. >> it is low and with a lot of conservation efforts we can make the water last the next year but it is an uncomfortable place to be. >> the water agency asked people to turn off outdoor irrigation

and only run your dishwasher when it is full. and in the meantime they are working to protect those out here in the streets to keep them safe from the elements. we are live -- abc 7 news a. >> a flareup at a refinery sending ash onto neighborhoods. they are offering free car washes to those affected by the fallout. we are live with the latest. leslie? >> super busy here today in martinez at the carwash along out camera avenue. for those that had a martinez id and ash on their car, but what exactly was in the white dust remains a mystery. while many martinez residents were happy to get a free carwash, there is still a lot of concern about the mysterious white ash that fell

from the sky. >> there was a flareup at the martinez refinery the district responded to seven complaints from the public. >> they consulted with officials from martinez refining company on? boulevard and launched a formal investigation as the ash fell on those yards and cars. >> it was more like a white color a heavy dust and it was thick especially on the windows. >> it was coding your car? >> yes not thick because i was not there long enough but i went home and try to get it off and it would not come off with water. >> they say it should wash off with water-based a it is catalyst dust with clay and other minerals in it. they say it is natural occurring materials considered non-toxic and nonhazardous and pose no health risks. health services

say they are unsure of health impacts so far but ask anyone with respiratory issues as a result of the dust to contact their doctor. >> we had a guy from the oil refinery come in and make a big purchase. he bought quite a few carwashes to take care of the community. >> what about on my roof and around my deck what will you guys do about that? >> ma martinez refinery ask those that are having trouble removing the dust to contact them. they will have an analysis of what was in the dust by wednesday. >> we anticipate there will be violations issued once our investigation is complete. >> there should be more information with the lab analysis and company report that will be issued tomorrow. that should give us more clear-cut

picture of what is in the at that fell on so many cars -- in the ash that fell on so many cars in this area. i am reporting with abc 7 news. >> three suspects wanted for using a vehicle popular at kids soccer games to commit a series of commercial burglaries -- officers arrested the trio dubbed the odyssey burglary crew name for the honda many bands used in a string of burglaries starting last march. one of the bands was found torched in july but they believe the group went -- kept going with the new odyssey. they went into businesses to use a object or vehicle to crash through the windows. >> they busted their way through the doors if there was electronics they are and cash including atm's those were taken in stolen vehicles. >> police say they forwarded 31

cases to the das office for prosecution formal charges are still pending. >> many people in the bay area feels like it has been less safe in the recent years but is it really? you can find out with abc 7 safety tracker and we explain how it works. >> crime and safety is a concern for all of us in the bay area. now you can get a closer look at what is happening in your neighborhood with abc 7 neighborhood tracker. from property theft to violent crime it is all here. you can track trends and the crime activity in the bay area and across the country seeing how we compare to other cities. the data is updated daily and it is easy to understand and you can access it 24/7. it is all part of our commitment to building a better bay area and you can be involved and be better informed. it is

on our abc 7 apps or on our website abc7news.com/safety tracker. >> starting today there's a new area code in california 350 will overlay the209 area. you may be assigned a new area code by the existing phone numbers will not be changed. >> the bay area air quality management district is offering money for your old car to improve the air quality. they are providing incentives for $1200 for residents to get polluting cars off the road. to qualify your car must be a 1998 model or older and registered as operable and to be registered in the bay area the past two years and 60 days within a required smog check. the program is aimed at reducing air pollution

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football program dan shaw is stepping down. dan: the university will look to replace the man that brought multiple championships to the school. kristen: we break down his legacy. >> for the first time in a decade there will be of change at the top of the stanford football program. dave shaw announced that he is ready to step down following this season with the cardinals. >> i've been affiliated with the university for 25 of the 50 years. this change my life and our program changed lives for the better. we took a lot of in and turned them out in society as men. i am very proud of that. >> after walking on the samford campus he spent time as a coaches kid, a student athlete, and 16 years as a coach on the farm the past 12 years as head coach. he led -- leaves the program as the -- making history leading

the team to -- victories. he in -- produced an incredible talent on the field while helping others graduate and be stars off the field. one word comes to mind when he thinks of his journey. >> it is magical. i think about standing on the national championship stage three times and holding up that heavy trophy and the rose bowl trophy two times. standing on stage with my family it is like a dream. >> those moments are distant memories after stamford struggles only 14 wins in the last -- four wins in the last 14 seasons. i asked coach all why weaving is best for the team and he said it is because it is time. >> this next group will have an opportunity to really take where we are now and build a winning program. >> the search for a new program head is under he looks forward

to spending time with his family and being a sanford -- stanford fan. >> i cannot wait for stamford to be on top again. >> abc 7 news. >> president biden welcome 2022 nova -- winners to the house. -- nobel winner price -- nobel prize winners to the house. the president also met with john closer who shared be a worn and visits the share. he is retired and this is after his career at lawrence berkeley lab. >> hawaii's mauna loa is erupting for the first time in 40 years. it was on the big island and so far nobody is threatened in the community. scientists have been alert because of recent earthquakes. mauna loa

is one of the most active volcanoes. it last erected in 1980. and you've been on top of that volcano? >> yes i have. it is so neat to see that. spencer, how are you doing? did you have a nice thanksgiving? >> i am fine how are you? >> get ready for a chill. we have cold weather coming our way. it is starting already as a matter of fact as we look at the 24 hour temperature change. it is eight degrees cooler than this time yesterday in santa rosa. the cooling has begun. we will file to late tonight -- we will feel a chill late tonight. 57 in oakland. 55 san francisco. 56 ampyra. other temperature readings right now looking to the north 58 degrees santa rosa 58 napa.

63 in fairfield. on we go to our forecast headlines, we have very cold nights and mornings coming our way tomorrow and wednesday. the rain arrives thursday and continues friday morning. another storm develops over the weekend. tonight, low temperatures drop into the low 20's. 30 degrees tonight in santa rosa. we see numerous readings in the 30's across the bay area except on the shoreline and coast. tomorrow, mainly sunny skies with clouds we see high temperatures on the coast in the mid-50's only into the upper 50's around the base shoreline. and upper 50's tube in your 60's in the mountainous region. it will be a chilly day. let's talk about the approaching storm it ranks one on the abc 7 exclusive storm impact scale.

it will be breezy at times with rainfall totals ranging from one inch to -- .5 inches to one inch. by thursday, the entire area will be blanketed with period of rain and showers and higher elevations in the north may see some snow. but the heavier snow will fall in the sierra. the storm will continue pushing through thursday night before tapering off friday morning. a clearing and dry on friday by the second storm comes in over the weekend. that will give us more rainfall. let's take a look at the accuweather seven-day forecast. just a reminder cold morning tomorrow and wednesday. then we have a storm coming in thursday it will be a wet day. friday we may see some sunshine after a shower or two friday morning. and saturday the next storm comes in that also ranks one on the abc 7 storm impact scale. showers will linger into

sunday and we expect brighter skies on monday. notice those days will be chilly days with daytime highs only in the mid-50's inland and around the bay. prepare for winter like weather. >> we need a little rain thank you. >> san francisco heart sculptures have been an icon in the city since 2004. the money auction -- goes to pay for medical programs that zuckerberg san francisco general hospital. >> this year's heart collection gives us a lot of reasons to love it. >> lifestyle which is a little bit free and imaginative and colorful. >> javon noris is known for his contributions in the mission district and beyond. it came as no surprise that noris was selected to create the commemorative heart for the one 50th anniversary of zirkle berg san francisco general hospital. >> i really wanted to have the

view welcome to the heart and understand what that means. i did made it simple and made one side 1872 from the original hospital all black and white monochromatic and then in 2002 a full-color modern view of the hospital. >> the hospital has been a lifeline for the city especially the underserved. >> it was here from a 1906 earth rick, -- earthquake, the aids and -- the aids epidemic, and the covid pandemic. >> every year a new heart is auction to date the hospital foundation has raised $36 million that have gone towards innovative, pilot programs that would otherwise not be funded. >> if it works it can be integrated into the health care -- >> the innovation is one of the things that makes the hospital a leading institution in the country.

>> i want them to see how it has evolved through time and it is still here supporting us i think there is power in that. >> the auction includes many hearts one was designed by stella and vincent oui. each painted a side of the heart. >> my heart is called the zooming hearts and i put flowers so ash the blooming hearts and i put flowers so people can be happy and have hope that someday covid will be over. >> i-8 did a little part of a tree and then i drew the sun and there are leaves in the background. >> it also includes insects and shed light on endangered species. their work will be displayed in city hall december 9. abc 7 news. >> the holiday spirit has arrived in san francisco cranes listed -- lifted projector today for let's low sf video it showed

what the display look like last year. these projectors weigh around 150 pounds each. they are hoisted for the country's largest holiday projection arts festival. >> we have things from local artist and content studios from around the world. it is winter themed and ready for everybody to be happy and welcome down frown -- downtown for san francisco. >> the festival kicks off on friday with the ceremonial -- on market street. and it goes through december -- >> over-the-top christmas decorations. >>

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>> despite inflation and worries about the economy, apparent -- americans appear to be opening their wallets this holiday season. black friday sales hit over 9.1 billion dollars this year. according to adobe analytics which is an all-time high. and they report high numbers for cyber monday which is underway right now. >> we are live from washington with a look at the online shopping frenzy. >> cyber monday shoppers snagged major discounts online.

retailers eager to unload access inventory after supply chain issues. a drop in electronics and video games and other tech gadgets. >> it is best to pull the trigger and by sooner than later. >> the shopping day of the year expected to be one for the books they expect cyber monday spending two top $11 billion up about eight when percent from last year. >> we roll into cyber monday with ordeals and better prices and better selection. >> retailers have been e -- eyeballing a record streak since -- an estimated 166 million americans would have shopped since friday that is more than half of the entire u.s. population. >> we love coming together and shopping together. >> some economists credit a

strong labor market despite your of a recession, high interest rate, and inflation at a 40 year high. it is unclear right now how retailers will fare after figures are adjusted for inflation. >> retailers know that their budget is getting eaten up by necessity purchases. >> and deals have been a huge deal for retailers trying to get shoppers to spin. -- spend. abc 7 news. >> post offices around the bay area see an increase in business. the campbell post office gave us a look at employees getting packages ready for delivery. they saw a 20% jump today over a typical day. they say that they are prepared for a big rush. >> it brings us joy when we go to a house and a kid is standing there excited for their package

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moving forward, finding solutions, this is abc 7 news. >> to concerns about the increase in flu cases, it is happening in the bay area and across the country. >> we spoke with specialist about why influenza is leading. >> doctors are seeing covid and rsv cases but they highlight how fast flu cases are increasing. according to the cdc in -- 16 states including california have high levels of flulike activity. as covid, rsv and flu cases are surging throughout the country -- our specialist says that influenza cases have reached a concerning point. >> little severe covid, but the flu is coming up and it is raging unfortunately. >> throughout the pandemic this dr. track data from europe to

get a head start up what the u.s. could see in the coming weeks and she is doing the same with this surge. >> in australia we saw this in our summer, they are winter over our summer season they had high rates of influenza. in the u.k. it is a herald for what happens here there are high rates of influenza in icu. and higher rates of influenza mortality than covid. >> and we spoke with specialist in san francisco to see what they are seeing first hand. they say flu cases are fluctuating. >> there are days where we see flu more than anything else and then we may see covid the next day. we have a risk of rsv for kid. we are at capacity in the sense that we are full and having to hold patients in the emergency department to get admitted upstairs but we have additional capacity to manage this. >> they say they are also at

capacity but not overwhelm. today they had more covid cases. >> but we see some flu starting to increase. i think we will see as the trend continues, if were going to see a huge spike in flu versus a huge hike in covid and hopefully not both. >> the cdc is reporting more influenza cases early in the season than they have the last five seasons but what is leading this? >> it's probably viral interference happened as covid comes down our immunity comes up to covid the upper viruses come in to fill this vacuum. we see a lot of influenza and rsv. >> all three doctors agreed that what is different about influenza this time around is that it in january and february but we are seeing an increase in cases in november. they are urging the public to get a flu shot before visiting family in the upcoming weeks.

abc 7 news. >> and we just had a family gathering the last few days which increases the risk. joining us now is abc news special contributor dr. low teller. i hope you had a great thanksgiving. >> i did i hope you and your family did as well. there are so many gatherings that took lace. and travel seat -- place. i >> health experts are worried about this. as we just heard, the health care system is strained under the threat of a triple pandemic with covid-19, and the flu, and rsv. is enough being done to keep people healthy this season? >> nothing is being -- there's not enough being done when it comes to the health sector in the country. this happened multiple times. it was addressed multiple times in the covid pandemic but not in

respect to rsv hospitals are overrun and there is no help in sight for that. but awareness campaigns are spreading and people know what to do to keep themselves safe. >> we have to keep spreading the word and raising awareness as best we can realizing it is still with us. especially with the rising rates of children hospitalized with rsv higher than it has been in years. you are a pediatrician what have you seen in your practice? >> i am seeing that. multiple children's hospitals in the bay area across the country -- sometimes they are waiting several hours i heard one waiting for 30 hours. icus are full everywhere as well. pediatricians are sounding the alarm right now of how bad rsv is. hopefully it will plateau and decrease but the situation is bad right now. >> we talked about rsv, what

about the new variant of covid that the cdc is tracking? what is happening with that? >> i'm assuming you are referring to xvbb which is a combination of two omicron variant's and it is moderating pretty quickly 3% of cases being represented by it right now. they say there is no data to suggest this variant is more dangerous than what we have previously dealt with. but it is important to know these variants could pop up and there unknowns in our future with covid-19 make sure you are updated with your shots and roosters. -- boosters. >> covid-19 seems to be coming back strongly there is a push to get vaccinated are people hesitant to get the flu shot? i talked to people who had the covid vaccine and a booster or two they are weary of roosters

and skeptical at this point unfortunately, understandably, but unfortunately. is that being transferred to people how -- how people feel about the flu shot? >> unfortunately, we are seeing a decreased influx of people getting the flu shot compared to a few years ago several million less people have gotten their flu shot this season. and it's turning out to be one of the worst flu seasons we've seen and several years some predict in 10 years. this is an alarm saying we need to be sure about our vaccine information because i worried miss information about covid-19 has migrated into influenza and people are more hesitant about getting the flu shot than they were before. it's important to remind people influenza hospitalize is thousands of people each year and killing thousands of people across the country and worldwide. it is crucial for people to get their flu shot if

they have not already. >> long before covid came on the flu was an issue and killed people every single year it is something to take seriously. thank you very much dr. it is good to be with you. >> thank you. >> get the flu shot a popular area shop -- artist is donating items to

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we have kris and spencer with us and air travel is back. the tsa's says it's three more than 2.5 million people just yesterday. it beat the record over 2.4 million set on july 1. as the travel industry bounces back room global shutdowns. yeah the middle seat is always filled now. >> that is true. i've been flying quite a bit and the flights are always full now. for most of this year bay seemed to be full, so i guess that is a good thing. >> are you avoiding the flying if you can for the holidays? >> actually i will fly for the holidays and i got my tsa pre-check which i am excited about. the holiday lines are crazy regardless do you guys have that by the way? i'm curious. >> yes it works well.

but what is to running -- stunning is the prices they are charging that is shocking. if you fly frontier airlines take note the carrier is doing away with customer service over the phone. the airline has transitioned to fully digital communications. customers have an option of an online chat box and social media channels or whatsapp. they made the change because most of the customers prefer to communicate online. i do not believe that for one second. they are doing it because it is cheaper. those chat boxes are a disaster every time a try those things. >> i totally agree i never get anywhere with the chat box. i do not think customers will be happy with that at all. >> what customer says they don't want to talk to a real person. i just do not believe it. >> it is not their fault they are just taking the call generally, but in the cap bot it

is not a good idea at all -- chat bot it is not a good idea at all. >> i do not mind interacting with someone on the phone -- if the website works well. >> but often times don't work. >> exactly. marion webster is out with its word for the year and this word is gas lighting. people looked at the term more significantly this year than in previous years it is the act of misleading someone it comes from a 1944 movie called gaslight where a man tries to make his wife believe she is going insane with making the gaslight go out or something i have not seen it does anybody know it? >> i have not seen it. but i will say, gas lighting has become a word it is two words but doubling down it has been overused. >> i don't think of use gas

lighting once this year. i do not think i have. >> apparently my producer says it is like he dims the gaslight but he tells her what is on her mind -- no it is all in your mind. >> that is interesting. i'm familiar with the storyline but i have not seen it. but i feel like sliding a few times. >> you never do it to us i am just saying. >> know that does not happen. japan's soccer team and its fans are drawing plenty of attention at the world cup they are noticing the japanese fans are hauling the way the trash in the stadium while the team has left locker rooms spotless. many are surprised the japanese are simply doing what they do back at home which is clean up after themselves wherever they are. i have to say i hope the whole world is paying attention to this. i am always shocked i will start with you spencer and then chris, i am shocked when you go to an event these days and it is just trash. i always

take what i put under my seat at the ballgame i take it and throw it out it cost you nothing to clean up a little bit after you go to a concert or festival the next day it looks like there was a right --riot. >> i agree the whole world should behave the way the japanese are behaving. every once in a while i will see something in the hallway on the floor and pick it up and did it in the trash and i've had people give me range looks for cleaning up. >> i do the same thing. at sporting events i am always surprised that people leave a mess behind. >> it is amazing the stuff accumulates and the cleaning crew how quickly they can turn it around and make it spotless -- they say all of the careening -- cleaning crews at the stadiums do a great job it is a credit to them but they do so much work. >> it is not have to be hard if

people would cooperate a little bit. >> it should not be news when someone cleans up it should be the other way around when someone is not cleaning up after them selves makes the news. >> i have never done it once of leaving your trash out. just put it in the trashcan. >> may be the chat box can help you out. you out. >> ♪music playing♪ ♪♪ ♪♪ ♪♪ ♪♪ nothing brings the pack together like a trip to great wolf lodge. now open in northern california. family is just very important. she's my sister and we depend on each other a lot.

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>> today is cyber monday and tomorrow is giving tuesday a day that encourages people to donate to charity. >> there are many charities but there are scammers trying to get your money. reena roy has tips to navigate this in the holiday season. >> it is the time of year where you have appeals from various groups asking for donations. there are 1.5 charitable organizations in the u.s. though -- how can you make sure a charity is repeatable? you need to check if it is a 501(c)(3) organization and if they have an id number. >> you can go to the irs website and enter the organization name and enter the tax id which will give you a specific row file. i will confirm that the organization is valid. >> if they are asking you to make a donation in cash by a gift card also that may be

assigned that it may not be a legitimate charity. if you get a phone call from someone asking for a donation, do not let the caller rush you into anything. >> do not feel pressured and do not give your credit card information over the phone ask them to send something in the mail. >> it is good to check how a charity will use your donation. >> look for what their dish and is, what their model is, if they have a truth in -- proven track record. >> checked the organization website to see what money donated those to the charitable work. >> you look for 70% or more allocated for the programs. >> doing a little research can help you know that your donation gets to the people who need it. >> do a little due diligence before you give. >> reena roy abc news new york. >> an artist is making a donation with a uplifting acids ray dunn lives in san francisco

but returned to her hometown of fresno with gifts for women and children in need. we have the details. >> whether it is the handmade look of distinct long lettering or a message of inspiration chances are pieces from the ray dunn collection have caught your eye. >> we have a lot of works like dream, calm, i feel one more work can have a lot of significance. >> she is taken the power of positively -- positivity to the those who have experienced domestic violence. >> i love spreading the good messages. >> excitement fills the center as she releases items from her closing -- clothing line and gives them to families. >> it is the perfect gift because i have clothing for the women and children. >> the families will bags with clothing, slippers, tree bags,

and tumblers not only giving comfort but serving as a reminder of what is possible when you follow your dreams. >> it makes me so happy to make other people happy. >> isn't that wonderful? those kids have been through so much to see the smiles on their faces is amazing. >> it is simple but it is powerful. >> we have thanksgiving out of the way and now that everyone is done traveling, we can bring in the rain. >> we have a pretty good-looking forecast in that respect. >> you are right about that. it will get cold for a couple days and then it will rain for a couple days unfortunately the computer whether graphic system is it. seeing hiccups. -- experiencing hiccups. let me describe to you what is happening tomorrow morning and wednesday morning we will head into the overnight -- we have low temperatures just about everywhere it's up on the bayshore and coast it will drop into the 30's. low 30's in some spots.

enter rose opal have a low temperature below freezing tonight. that is the next to mornings. rose, a bigger's storm is coming our way bringing rainfall of .5 inches up to one inch of rain. and in the higher elevations there will be snow in the sierra. the second storm will come in for the weekend a little weaker but a wet weather system. those are the weather elements lying ahead in the forecast future. >> who needs a weather graphics? nice job. thank you. climate change is having a great effect on the great barrier reef and it is not good. unesco scientist monitored the australian coral reef and recommend that the reef be placed on the endangered list of world heritage slights. some of the recommendations must be addressed with utmost urgency before irreversible changes happen. >>'s thanksgiving is over as we

mentioned, now it is time to get decorating for christmas. >> it is a 40 foot santa claus christmas tree there is a 30 foot grinch on the roof. >> a 40 foot santa claus? the decorations this bay area family have put up are so

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fight light and followed by the good doctor at 10:00. abc7news followed by that at 11:00. and the holiday decorating hop competition series the christmas fight light returns for its 10th season. a local family is making an appearance in tonight premier. we spoke with this couple on midday live. >> a lot of my display are inflatable's. everything is custom-made and custom order. there is a 40 foot santa claus. a 40 foot christmas tree. there is a 30 foot grinch on the roof. i had them custom made in china from the same manufacturer as you see in macy's inc.'s giving parade. it takes months to build one of those blowups and it takes about a month to set up our display every year. >> we turn travis into a woodcut

out and we had him based on other characters. his display looks like him, but yellow and i love it. >> i like my giant santa the 40 foot santos. it show runs every day from 5:00 to 10:00 side the days -- besides the days it rains. it will go in till new year's and then on december 17, we are having a toy drive to benefit the new arc schools. we will be having a toy drive that night from 5:00 to 10:00 and kids can come out and take pictures with santa and get candy and cookies and have a great time. >> isn't that great? you can catch them tonight on the episode of the great christmas light fight as they try to win the $50,000 grand prize. you can go see the handiwork on their house. it airs mondays at 8:00 on abc 7. you can also watch them streaming on hulu.

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