Tsunami Safety Awareness Important in Region
Mar. 23, 2017 | 4:34 PMReading Time: 3 minutes
Tsunami Preparedness Week starts on March 27. Do you know what to do if you hear an evacuation warning at the beach?
Stories by Yvette Urrea Moe
Local Businesses Asked to Report Damage from South Bay Sewage Spill
Mar. 20, 2017 | 1:04 PMReading Time: < 1 minute
The County wants to hear from businesses that have been hurt by the significant sewage spill in the South Bay that started last month. The spill, which began in early February on the Mexican side of the border, triggered an estimated 143 million gallons of sewage to flow into the Tijuana River. This has led […]
Custom Fire Equipment Keeps County Better Prepared
Mar. 17, 2017 | 10:21 AMReading Time: 4 minutes
When County Fire needs a new vehicle, it doesn’t just run down to the firetruck dealer and drive one off the lot. Extensive customization goes into a new fire engine, aerial ladder truck, or specialty piece of equipment to match it to the distinct needs of the location it will serve. “Our fleet is the […]
Daylight Saving Time: A Reminder for Safety
Mar. 10, 2017 | 12:00 PMReading Time: 2 minutes
When setting your clocks forward for Daylight Saving Time this weekend, take the opportunity to do a quick and easy review of your safety plan. Check to make sure all your home’s smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors are working. “We strongly urge our residents to take 10 minutes at most to check their smoke […]
Law Enforcement, Community Unite to Honor Slain Girl
Mar. 7, 2017 | 10:37 AMReading Time: 2 minutes
Every day, the San Diego County Probation High Risk Sex Offender Unit monitors people convicted of various sex crimes and enforces Chelsea’s Law, which strengthens punishments for sex offenders who commit crimes against children. That is why a San Diego County Probation officer, who works in that unit, formed “Team United” to take part in […]
Medical Examiner Seeks Public’s Help Identifying John Doe
Feb. 17, 2017 | 5:01 PMReading Time: < 1 minute
Update: The Medical Examiner identified the man and notified his family on March 2, 2017. The San Diego County Medical Examiner’s Office is seeking the public’s help in identifying an older man who was struck by an Amtrak train last Tuesday night in Oceanside. A red three-wheeled walker and a wooden cane were found nearby […]
Share to Prepare for Emergencies
Jan. 13, 2017 | 11:17 AMReading Time: 2 minutes
Have you lived through an earthquake, fire or tsunami? Ever evacuated from a hurricane or taken cover from a tornado? We want to hear your story! Were you prepared for the disaster you encountered? And what did you learn from the experience that you can share with others? Living through a catastrophe can prompt you […]