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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

Aug. 19, 2026 | 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.

Public Safety

VIDEO: Training For A Search And Rescue

Jul. 1, 2019 | 8:54 AM

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There’s a lot of training that takes place for a search and rescue team. Especially, if you’re a dog. Members of the San Diego Sheriff’s Search and Rescue Canine Unit train as often as they can to make sure they are ready to go in a moment’s notice when someone goes missing.