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Now is the time to make a preparedness plan in the wake of the devastating recent storm and rain in the forecast. The County Office of Emergency Services asks people to be ready by creating a plan, building an emergency go-kit and signing up for alerts and information.
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After the shock of flood damage to your home, cleanup begins. And sadly, many household items may be destined for the trash. But not all of it. Starting Monday, the County’s household hazardous waste contractor will go out to flood-damaged areas in the unincorporated area to pick up items that are banned from landfills.
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Chairwoman Nora Vargas announced today that the County will qualify for state flood relief funds.
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Flooding from Monday’s torrential storms was bad enough, but now residents cleaning up their damaged homes face the threat of mold.
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A local assistance center will open its doors to flood victims starting on Sunday.
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With another storm possibly heading to the region next week, the County and CAL FIRE are offering sandbags to residents and businesses in the unincorporated to prepare for heavy rain.
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The County Board of Supervisors unanimously ratified a countywide local emergency proclamation Wednesday for the Jan. 22 storm that left widespread damage across the region.
