Health
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A group of Emergency Medical Services Corp students helped teach people hands-only cardiopulmonary resuscitation, with supervision by CAL FIRE/County Fire firefighters and paramedics, this week as part of a Revive and Survive free public training event in Kearny Mesa.
Public Safety
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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.
Public Safety
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A new technology launched Wednesday that will help streamline the evacuation process during emergencies throughout the region.
Government
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County Emergency Services opened a Local Assistance Center Monday to support those affected by the Border 32 Fire. The fire burned 4,400 acres and destroyed more than a dozen homes and buildings in the area between Dulzura and Potrero.
Public Safety
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The County Office of Emergency Services and the City of Chula Vista will be testing the Wireless Emergency Alert system next week.
Families
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Child Support Services is holding a Super Saturday event from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Aug. 13 to giveaway hundreds of backpacks filled with school supplies to all children who attend, until supplies run out.
Public Safety
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Leaders from the County of San Diego and the City of San Diego met at the County Emergency Operations Center to highlight collaboration and cooperation in San Diego.