Exercise Safety Precautions for High Fire Danger
Aug. 30, 2022 | 2:37 PMReading Time: 2 minutes
The National Weather Services has issued a prolonged heat wave through Labor Day and that creates an elevated fire risk.
Stories by Yvette Urrea Moe
County Adds Hefty Air Asset to Firefighting Capabilities
Aug. 5, 2022 | 5:23 PMReading Time: < 1 minute
CAL FIRE San Diego acquired an exclusive-use SIKORSKY CH-54A Type 1 helicopter to add to the region’s resources in the event of a wildfire.
Pet Adoption Fees Waived for Clear the Shelters through August
Aug. 4, 2022 | 4:33 PMReading Time: 2 minutes
Your new best friend is waiting for you in one of our two County animal shelters in Bonita or Carlsbad.
New East Otay Mesa County Fire Station Will Serve Rapidly Developing Border Area
Jul. 12, 2022 | 5:45 PMReading Time: 2 minutes
The San Diego County Fire Protection District broke ground Tuesday on Fire Station 38 in East Otay Mesa. Once built, the station will serve a rapidly developing area which includes warehouses, transport businesses, two power plants and a battery facility. Crews housed there will also respond to calls on expanding roads and highways in the area carrying traffic crossing the U.S. and Mexico border.
Take Care to Secure, Calm Your Pets During Fireworks
Jun. 29, 2022 | 11:29 AMReading Time: 2 minutes
Every year, dozens of dogs end up at shelters after Fourth of July fireworks shows.
County Offices to Close for Independence Day
Jun. 27, 2022 | 2:34 PMReading Time: < 1 minute
All public San Diego County offices, family resource centers, libraries and animal shelters will be closed Monday, July 4 for Independence Day.
Board Votes to Oversee Grant Program to Harden Homes in Rural Communities
Jun. 14, 2022 | 4:42 PMReading Time: 2 minutes
The County Board of Supervisors voted unanimously Tuesday to establish a Home Hardening Program as part of a state pilot program to encourage homeowners to create fire-resistant homes.