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Hazardous weather system moves into region
East County News Service February 16, 2026 (San Diego)—A wind advisory is in effect today across San Diego County through 8 p.m., with another wind…
More storms on the way, free sandbags available
Printer-friendly version By Gig Conaughton, County of San Diego Communications Office February 17, 2026 (San Diego) – With more and potentially heavy rains still forecasted this week, the County and CAL FIRE are
Fire destroys 2 businesses in Spring Valley
Printer-friendly versionEast County News Service January 26, 2026 (Spring Valley) — A three-alarm fire that broke out around 2:45 a.m. destroyed two businesses in a strip mall at 8300 Paradise
CRASH ON PINE VALLEY BRIDGE DELAYS MOTORISTS
Printer-friendly versionEast County Wildfire and Emergency Alerts Image via CHP on X Dec. 30, 2025 (Pine Valley) — A motorhome accident on the Pine Valley bridge has shut down one
Escaped felon in Lemon Grove
Printer-friendly versionEast County News Service Dec. 24, 2025 (Lemon Grove) — The Lemon Grove Sheriff’s Substation is looking to the public for help in locating a wanted felon who escaped
SDG&E urges caution around downed power lines
Printer-friendly versionSource: SDG&E December 24, 2025 (San Diego) – With the current rainstorm approaching our region, SDG&E is urging the public to exercise caution around downed power lines. During rainstorms, power
Lakeside firefighter/paramedic Jeff Reyes honored for heroism: saved fire captain who fell through floor in a burning building
Printer-friendly versionPhoto: Chief Don Butz, left, and Batallion Chief Eric Stamm commend firefighter/paramedic Jeff Reyes View video by Shiloh Ireland By Shiloh Ireland Miriam Raftery contributed to this report
Holiday season safety tips & reminders from the California Fire Foundation and PSA program
Printer-friendly versionSource: California Fire Foundation November 29, 2025 (San Diego) – The holiday season is a time of joy, family gatherings, and cherished traditions. As families across California prepare for festive
Border 18 Fire burning south of Dulzura
Printer-friendly version Photo courtesy UC San Diego East County News Service November 8, 2025 (San Diego County) — CalFire is on scene at a fire being called Border 18 Fire.
CAL FIRE announces statewide transition to new national emergency reporting system
Printer-friendly versionSource: CAL FIRE November 5, 2025 (Sacramento) – Office of the State Fire Marshal (OSFM) announced today that fire departments across the state are beginning the transition to the
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Printer-friendly versionCounty health officials have linked 11 confirmed and probable cases of norovirus illness to frozen oysters imported from South Korea. By Cassie N. Saunders, County of San Diego Communications Office April
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Printer-friendly versionCounty health officials have linked 11 confirmed and probable cases of norovirus illness to frozen oysters imported from South Korea. By Cassie N. Saunders, County of San Diego Communications Office April
11 NOROVIRUS CASES IN SAN DIEGO LINKED TO FROZEN KOREAN OYSTERS
Printer-friendly versionCounty health officials have linked 11 confirmed and probable cases of norovirus illness to frozen oysters imported from South Korea. By Cassie N. Saunders, County of San Diego Communications Office April
$378,000 IN GRANTS AWARDED TO 13 FIRE SAFE COUNCILS IN SAN DIEGO RIVER WATERSHED
Printer-friendly version Alpine Fire Protection District invites public to event April 4 Source: San Diego Regional Fire Foundation Photo, left: Alpine Fire Protection District’s new wood chipper April 3, 2024
$378,000 IN GRANTS AWARDED TO 13 FIRE SAFE COUNCILS IN SAN DIEGO RIVER WATERSHED
Printer-friendly version Alpine Fire Protection District invites public to event April 4 Source: San Diego Regional Fire Foundation Photo, left: Alpine Fire Protection District’s new wood chipper April 3, 2024
STORM BRINGS SNOW,FLOODING, ROAD CLOSURES AND FLIGHT DELAYS
Printer-friendly version By Miriam Raftery March 30, 2024 (San Diego’s East County) – Today’s storm brought a flash flood warning from the National Weather Service in effect through 11:30 a.m.
STORM BRINGS SNOW,FLOODING, ROAD CLOSURES AND FLIGHT DELAYS
Printer-friendly version By Miriam Raftery March 30, 2024 (San Diego’s East County) – Today’s storm brought a flash flood warning from the National Weather Service in effect through 11:30 a.m.
STORM BRINGS SNOW,FLOODING, ROAD CLOSURES AND FLIGHT DELAYS
Printer-friendly version By Miriam Raftery March 30, 2024 (San Diego’s East County) – Today’s storm brought a flash flood warning from the National Weather Service in effect through 11:30 a.m.
CPSC WARNS CONSUMERS TO IMMEDIATELY STOP USING ELIDE FIRE EXTINGUISHING BALLS DUE TO FAILURE TO EXTINGUISH FIRES AND RISK OF SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH
Printer-friendly versionEast County News Service March 29, 2024 (Washington, D.C.) – The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is warning consumers about the risk of burns and smoke inhalation
CPSC WARNS CONSUMERS TO IMMEDIATELY STOP USING ELIDE FIRE EXTINGUISHING BALLS DUE TO FAILURE TO EXTINGUISH FIRES AND RISK OF SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH
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