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Several County Parks to Close for August

| 10:21 AM

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County Parks and Recreation will close several parks for the month of August, a precaution taken each year due to the season’s expected extreme heat.

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County Officials Urge Caution in Excessive Heat

| 3:26 PM

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County health officials are reminding the public to take precautions during extreme heat conditions on Friday to avoid heat-related illnesses and to pay extra attention to children, the elderly and pets. The National Weather Service in San Diego is issuing an excessive heat warning effective from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Friday, July 6 […]

Parks and Rec

August Brings Annual Closures at Several County Parks

| 3:16 PM

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Six San Diego County parks will be closed in August due to extreme heat. The closures take place most years as a safety precaution, while providing Department of Parks and Recreation staff with an opportunity to conduct maintenance such as trail restoration.

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Hiking on Hot Days

| 11:16 AM

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Summertime is here, along with some pretty searing temperatures. If you’re planning a hike in one of San Diego’s inland areas, it’s important to know the risks so you can plan ahead.