Public Safety
CAL FIRE C-130 Hercules firefighting tanker performing a retardant drop on the Sorrento Fire

San Diego County Officials Detail Wildfire Readiness as Fuel Conditions Deteriorate

| 10:57 AM

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San Diego County fire, emergency and law enforcement leaders outlined sweeping investments and coordinated plans to confront a high-risk wildfire season, citing critically dry fuels, Santa Ana winds and rapid regional growth as the chief concerns. Officials said the county has expanded staffing, modernized equipment and strengthened cross-agency coordination to protect communities across one of California’s most active wildfire regions.

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People standing and speaking in front of tables in a room at the Lakeside Library

Coches Fire Recovery Event Offers Support to Wildfire Victims

| 2:57 PM

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Residents in Lakeside directly impacted by the Coches Fire attended a recovery resource event at the San Diego County Library, Lakeside Branch Saturday afternoon.  Government agencies, community groups and leaders from the Lakeside Fire Protection District were able to offer support and services needed to start the recovery process.

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County Issues Emergency Proclamation After Storm Causes Flooding Damage

| 10:57 PM

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The County of San Diego is proclaiming a local emergency on behalf of the Board of Supervisors in anticipation that resources and assistance from the state and federal government may be needed because of damage caused by flooding from the storm January 22, 2024. A local proclamation communicates to the state that the County is anticipating significant impacts to both public and private property.

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woman gets vaccine shot in her arm

Vaccinations To Open to Teachers, Law Enforcement, Food Workers on Saturday

| 6:26 PM

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The County of San Diego announced Wednesday that COVID-19 vaccinations will open Saturday, Feb. 27, to people who work in emergency services, child care and education, and food and agriculture (including grocery stores).