Public Safety
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CERT Makes Emergency Preparedness Fun

| 4:56 PM

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Preparing for emergencies is serious, but it doesn’t have to be dull. San Diego County Fire’s Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) is a volunteer group trained to help their neighbors during a disaster. Members also attend community events to share information about disaster preparedness.

Government
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How to Get Ready for the Storm Heading Our Way

| 7:07 PM

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San Diego County is expecting a second storm to bring rain, wind and snow to our communities beginning early Wednesday morning.  County residents are reminded to follow a few simple steps to prepare for emergencies. Storms across San Diego County can lead to flooding, power outages or wildfires due to severe wind, dangerous road conditions and closures, or it could even damage water lines.