Public Safety

Sandbags in Unincorporated Areas: Where to Find Them, How to Use Them Ahead of Possible Weekend Storms

| 11:39 AM

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National weather forecasts predict potential heavy rain across San Diego County this weekend, and the County and CAL FIRE are helping residents prepare by offering free sand and bags to protect homes and property.

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More Storms on the Way, Free Sandbags Available

| 2:41 PM

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With more and potentially heavy rains still forecasted this week, the County and CAL FIRE are providing free bags and/or sand at numerous fire stations for people who live in the unincorporated areas.

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County Crews Are Ready for Storm, County Offers Tips to Stay Safe

| 5:30 PM

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With the County’s first winter storm predicted to stretch through the weekend and into early next week, County of San Diego road crews are ready to respond if needed and the County is pushing out tips for people to help them stay safe.