With heavy rain causing flooding across the City of San Diego, emergency teams were deployed to areas where residents and property have been impacted and experienced severe flooding.
The San Diego Fire-Rescue Department swift water rescue team is responding to multiple locations…
Half of home heating fires in the U.S. are reported during the months of December, January and February. The San Diego Fire-Rescue Department wants to remind San Diegans that these fires can cause major damage, and they…
On Oct. 25, 2003, one of the worst fires in California history burned through San Diego County. Sixteen people died, including one firefighter. Many San Diego firefighters remember that incident well. City of San Diego Fire-Rescue Chief Colin Stowell shares his memories of that day and has some…
Following recent weather events in the region, including a tropical cyclone and extreme heat, the City of San Diego’s Office of Emergency Services (OES) urges everyone to take time during National Preparedness Month to review safety procedures at home and work. Being prepared is the best way to…
With the National Weather Service (NWS) issuance of an Excessive Heat Warning through 8 p.m. Tuesday, the City of San Diego is reminding everyone to stay safe and to seek relief from the sun and heat during the day. San Diegans can visit dozens of City …
In response to the Tropical Storm Warning that has been issued by the National Weather Service for the San Diego region, the City of San Diego has closed all public facilities – including parks and beaches – starting Sunday, Aug. 20, through Monday, Aug. 21. City facilities may reopen on…
With significant rain and high winds forecast over the weekend due to the impacts of Hurricane Hilary, the City of San Diego is focusing on storm preparations and taking proactive steps to prevent flooding, while also urging residents to take action to safeguard their homes, especially…
The rivalry between SDPD and SDFD is heating up. Two of our team members got together to see how their jobs compare. Think you have what it takes to join one of our teams? Apply today at JoinSDPDNow.com or JoinSDFD.com.
Growing homeless encampments are presenting significant public health and safety challenges for people experiencing homelessness as well as residents and businesses in San Diego neighborhoods – and the City is taking action to address the situation.