How to Stay Safe in Rainy Conditions
Feb. 11, 2025 | 10:09 AMReading Time: < 1 minuteWith rainy weather in the forecast, including the chance of flooding in some low-lying areas, emergency officials offer seven safety tips.
First Big Rains on the Way, Sandbags Available
Feb. 10, 2025 | 2:32 PMReading Time: 4 minutesWith the National Weather Service predicting the first heavy rains across San Diego County this week, the County and CAL FIRE are offering advice and free sandbags to residents and businesses in the unincorporated areas.
Five Minutes Could Save Your Life, Know Your Blood Pressure Numbers
Feb. 10, 2025 | 1:41 PMReading Time: 2 minutesThe County’s Love Your Heart campaign is celebrating 14 years of spreading awareness about the silent dangers of heart disease. San Diegans are invited to get a free blood pressure screening at locations throughout the county and Mexico.
Give Yourself the Gift of Furr Ever Love
Feb. 7, 2025 | 4:04 PMReading Time: 2 minutesLooking for love that lasts a lifetime? This Valentine’s season, open your heart and home to a shelter pet in need.
County’s Medical Examiner Identifies Jane Doe Found in Chula Vista
Feb. 6, 2025 | 4:44 PMReading Time: < 1 minuteThe County appreciates the public’s assistance with this case. The Medical Examiner’s Office received numerous tips from the public, after the initial story was published about a woman who was found unresponsive on the evening of Jan. 10 in Chula Vista.
County Encourages Flu Vaccines for Children and Teens
Feb. 6, 2025 | 10:57 AMReading Time: 2 minutesCounty public health officials are reminding everyone, particularly families with children and teenagers, that it is not too late to get the flu vaccine.
County Works to Close Digital Divide for Schools in Unincorporated Area
Feb. 5, 2025 | 12:24 PMReading Time: < 1 minuteIn San Diego County’s unincorporated areas, there are many schools where high-speed internet is unavailable or unaffordable. The County is working to reduce the digital gap and has awarded $600,000 to the San Diego County Office of Education.
Spirit Fund Helps Injured Dog
Feb. 4, 2025 | 4:25 PMReading Time: 2 minutesA 2-year-old Belgian Malinois named Eagle found her spirit again, after a County Animal Services officer came upon the injured dog while out on an unrelated investigation.
Credit: Shutterstock TB Exposure Reported at Palomar High School
Jan. 31, 2025 | 9:46 AMReading Time: 2 minutesThe County’s Tuberculosis Control Program is working in close collaboration with the Sweetwater Union High School District to notify students, employees, and contractors potentially exposed to tuberculosis (TB) at Palomar High School during the 2023-2024 school year.
Affordable Housing Campus Opens; Second on County Surplus Property
Jan. 30, 2025 | 4:27 PMReading Time: 2 minutesA grand opening celebration for 79 new affordable housing units was held today in the Clairemont Mesa neighborhood. The Paul Downey Senior Residence is located at 5255 Mt. Etna Drive, just off Genesee Avenue.