How to Stay Safe in Rainy Conditions
Feb. 11, 2025 | 10:09 AMReading Time: < 1 minute
With rainy weather in the forecast, including the chance of flooding in some low-lying areas, emergency officials offer seven safety tips.
Tag: AlertSanDiego
First Big Rains on the Way, Sandbags Available
Feb. 10, 2025 | 2:32 PMReading Time: 4 minutes
With 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.
County Confirms Commitment to Emergency Preparedness
Jan. 30, 2025 | 3:18 PMReading Time: 4 minutes
Since 2003, the County has invested nearly $1 billion to strengthen preparedness and disaster response capabilities. These investments include firefighters, fire equipment, helicopters, hazardous materials management and flood control enhancements, and upgrades to alert and warning systems.
County Urges Residents to Get Disaster Ready, 10 Steps to Get Started
Nov. 5, 2024 | 6:46 PMReading Time: < 1 minute
Due to the high winds forecast and wildfire potential, County Emergency Services offers this quick checklist of things to do in preparation for any emergency or disaster.
New Technology to Improve Emergency Evacuations Countywide
May 29, 2024 | 3:39 PMReading Time: < 1 minute
A new technology launched Wednesday that will help streamline the evacuation process during emergencies throughout the region.
FEMA Major Disaster Designation Made for San Diego County
Feb. 21, 2024 | 2:22 PMReading Time: < 1 minute
The Federal Emergency Management Agency has issued a Major Disaster Declaration for San Diego County due to the impact of the Jan. 22 storm.
With New Rain on the Way, Sandbags Still Available
Feb. 4, 2024 | 1:18 PMReading Time: 3 minutes
With forecasters predicting more heavy rains across San Diego County Monday and Tuesday, the County and CAL FIRE continue to offer free sand and bags to people in unincorporated communities.