Bay Area Cleans Up for Earth Day

0:00It's April 22nd. Welcome to California News Today, powered by AI. Earth Day hits this Wednesday, calling us all to step up as planet protectors against climate change and pollution. In the Bay Area, folks are organizing hands-on cleanups to make a real difference right in our backyard. Kicking off in Oakland, volunteers and kids head to the Oakland Zoo to tackle a Royal Viejo Creek that key waterway running from the hills through the zoo and into the San Francisco Bay. Over in Alameda, Crown Memorial State Beach hosts a session Saturday morning from 9 a.m. to noon. Experts point out a big disconnect these days. Most people worry about the climate, but only a few actually jump into action. It's that gap keeping real progress slow. Beyond the events, advocates push for everyday moves like recycling, composting, buying local to cut carbon, or hopping on public transit and bikes. Instead of driving, these small habits, done consistently with reusable bags and bottles, build the long-term winds we need, turning one day of effort into a lifetime of impact.