Protect Your Home from Wildfire Embers
Jul. 18, 2012 | 6:08 PMReading Time: 3 minutes
The grasses and plants in San Diego County are so dry fire officials are warning residents to take precautions around their homes now.
Forecasters See Increasing Chance of Breathing Easily
Jul. 18, 2012 | 11:38 AMReading Time: 2 minutesThe County has a team of meteorologists, but their forecasts aren’t the type that help you decide what to wear.
Going Camping? Strike Firewood from Your Checklist
Jul. 18, 2012 | 11:05 AMReading Time: 3 minutes
Firewood can harbor the gold-spotted oak borer, a pest that is killing thousands of oak trees in San Diego County.
We May Have Your Money!
Jul. 18, 2012 | 10:24 AMReading Time: < 1 minute
Dan McAllister, the San Diego County Treasurer-Tax Collector announced Tuesday that property taxpayers and San Diegans who may have done business with any County department within the past three years to review the Unclaimed Monies List available at sdtreastax.com. Hard copies of the refund list are also available at all branch locations.
Brown Widows: What you Need to Know
Jul. 18, 2012 | 9:49 AMReading Time: 3 minutesA County ecologist explains the dangers this new arrival poses and the precautions you should take.
Connecting People to Help
Jul. 16, 2012 | 4:47 PMReading Time: 2 minutesMany local families continue to experience difficult economic times, but for hundreds of San Diego County residents, life got a little easier this weekend when they were connected to existing programs that help families.
Medical Examiner’s Annual Report: Preventable Deaths Set Grim Records in 2011
Jul. 16, 2012 | 7:45 AMReading Time: 2 minutesThe County Medical Examiner’s Office released its annual report, which shows a record number of suicides and high numbers of prescription drug deaths.
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Pet of the Week – Caramel
Jul. 14, 2012 | 1:00 AMReading Time: < 1 minute
A little treat for anyone looking for a sweet companion!
Canine Influenza Found in San Diego County
Jul. 13, 2012 | 2:27 PMReading Time: < 1 minuteIt’s the first time County Animal Services has seen it here.
Microchip Your Pets Before Disaster Strikes
Jul. 13, 2012 | 1:36 PMReading Time: < 1 minute
It’s that time of year when wildfires can break out at any time. The County’s Department of Animal Services urges you to make sure your pets are microchipped – just in case they are separated from you.