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2 Additional COVID-19 Deaths Reported; Face Coverings Mandatory Starting May 1

| 6:45 PM

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The number of local COVID-19 deaths went up by two and total cases saw a record increase for a second day in a row with an additional 183 confirmed cases, the County Health and Human Services Agency announced today.

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Residents Urged to Take Precautions During Heat

| 1:31 PM

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The National Weather Service has issued a heat advisory until 6 p.m. Saturday. County health officials are encouraging San Diegans to take precautions to avoid heat-related illnesses. People should especially pay close attention to children, the elderly and pets.

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Two Alternate Care Facilities Ready for Patients

| 12:20 PM

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With positive cases of COVID-19 on the rise, the County of San Diego is continuing its preparations for a potential surge of patients requiring hospitalization. The County unveiled an alternate care facility at Palomar Medical Center in Escondido Thursday.