incidentsTue, 19 Mar 2024 08:18:08 Zhttp://www.sdcountyemergency.com 1710536940000 https://www.alertsandiego.org/content/alertsandiego/en-us/incident-page.1248.html Disaster CalFresh Application Deadline Extended <p>The deadline to apply for Disaster CalFresh has been extended for one more week for people affected by the Jan. 22 storm flooding.&nbsp;</p> <p>Due to presidential disaster declaration rules, San Diego County residents affected by the flood have until <b>Friday,</b> <b>March 22, 2024</b> to apply for Disaster CalFresh. Residents already receiving CalFresh also may be eligible to receive a Disaster CalFresh supplement.</p> <p>For a list of authorized EBT retailers, visit <a href="https://www.fns.usda.gov/snap/retailer-locator">fns.usda.gov.</a></p> <p>To apply for this one-time payment, you must:</p> <ul> <li>Live or work in the disaster area during the disaster.</li> <li>Buy or plan to buy eligible food.</li> <li>Be experiencing challenges due to the disaster.</li> </ul> <p>The County will review applications for:</p> <ul> <li>Net income, which is the total monthly take-home income after all payroll withholding and any liquid resources.</li> <li>Deductions for disaster-related expenses.</li> <li>Whether the total net income and deductions for disaster-related expenses are equal or less than the Disaster Gross Income Limit to receive the benefits.</li> </ul> <p>The monthly income limit is based on the number of people in your household and the maximum amount of Disaster CalFresh benefits is outlined in the chart below.</p> <table width="100%"> <tbody><tr><td>Household size</td> <td>Monthly Disaster CalFresh income limit</td> <td>Maximum CalFresh allotment</td> </tr><tr><td>1</td> <td>$2,085</td> <td>$291</td> </tr><tr><td>2</td> <td>$2,514</td> <td>$535</td> </tr><tr><td>3</td> <td>$2,942</td> <td>$766</td> </tr><tr><td>4</td> <td>$3,380</td> <td>$973</td> </tr><tr><td>5</td> <td>$3,845</td> <td>$1,155</td> </tr><tr><td>6</td> <td>$4,308</td> <td>$1,386</td> </tr><tr><td>7</td> <td>$4,736</td> <td>$1,532</td> </tr><tr><td>8</td> <td>$5,165</td> <td>$1,751</td> </tr><tr><td>9</td> <td>$5,594</td> <td>$1,970</td> </tr><tr><td>10</td> <td>$6,023</td> <td>$2,189</td> </tr><tr><td>Each additional member</td> <td>Add $429</td> <td>Add $219</td> </tr></tbody></table> <p>For example, a family of three with a monthly income of $2,942 after deductions for flood expenses would be eligible for a $766 Disaster CalFresh benefit amount.</p> <p>People impacted by the Jan. 22 flood can apply for these benefits in one of several ways:</p> <ul> <li>Filling out an application, CF 385 form, and submitting it online at <a href="http://benefitscal.com">benefitscal.</a><a href="https://benefitscal.com/">com</a>.</li> <li>Calling Access at 866-262-9881.</li> <li>Going into any local County <a href="https://www.sandiegocounty.gov/hhsa/programs/ssp/food_stamps/family_resource_centers.html" target="_blank">Family Resource Center</a> to fill out a CF 385 form.</li> <li>Going to one of the two <a href="https://www.alertsandiego.org/en-us/incident-page.1245.html">FEMA Disaster Recovery Centers.</a></li> </ul> <p>The one-time benefit will be provided on an EBT card.</p> Fri, 15 Mar 2024 21:09:00 Z https://www.alertsandiego.org/content/alertsandiego/en-us/incident-page.1248.html https://ahasalerts.com/updates.aspx?id=1248 1710462000000 https://www.alertsandiego.org/content/alertsandiego/en-us/incident-page.1247.html County Extends Emergency Temporary Lodging Program for Flood Victims <p>The San Diego County Board of Supervisors voted Tuesday to extend&nbsp;the Emergency Temporary Lodging Program.</p> <p>The program,&nbsp;which was launched on Feb. 10,&nbsp;has provided safe and secure lodging for more than 840 families who were displaced by flooding from the Jan. 22 storm. </p> <p>Following Tuesday’s vote, eligible residents in the County program will have their individual situation evaluated by a team of case workers. Following that process, residents in the Emergency Temporary Lodging Program may have their lodging extended up to May 11. The County and partner agencies will work closely with individuals and families to help bridge their transition into longer term benefits.</p> <p>Some residents will be eligible for longer-term Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Rental Assistance. The FEMA Rental Assistance Program may provide residents with direct financial assistance to pay for rent for up to 18 months, depending on eligibility. Residents that receive funds through the Rental Assistance Program should only spend those funds on rent, deposits for rent and/or to pay for utilities for newly rented properties under the program. Any other use of Rental Assistance funds may make the resident ineligible for future FEMA rental assistance.</p> <p>FEMA and the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) were dispatched to San Diego County on Feb. 19 to provide financial assistance to families impacted by the flood. This has included helping with rent, costs to repair homes and businesses, and other needs. </p> <p><a href="https://www.countynewscenter.com/fema-to-open-disaster-recovery-centers-at-county-city-of-san-diego-sites/">FEMA has opened two Disaster Recovery Centers</a>&nbsp;to help residents impacted by the storm apply for federal assistance in person. The centers also offer information from the SBA, state agencies and the County of San Diego. </p> <p><a href="https://www.countynewscenter.com/sba-to-open-business-recovery-center-for-businesses-impacted-by-flooding/">The SBA has also opened a Business Recovery Center in National City</a>&nbsp;to help people apply for low-interest loans and access other services.</p> <p>Visit&nbsp;<a href="https://www.alertsandiego.org/en-us/recovery.html">AlertSanDiego.org/recovery</a>&nbsp;for more information on available resources to residents and businesses impacted by the Jan. 22 storm and flooding. </p> Fri, 15 Mar 2024 00:20:00 Z https://www.alertsandiego.org/content/alertsandiego/en-us/incident-page.1247.html https://ahasalerts.com/updates.aspx?id=1247 1709312040000 https://www.alertsandiego.org/content/alertsandiego/en-us/incident-page.1246.html High Wind Warning for San Diego County Mountains as of 3/2/24 6:00 a.m. to 3/3/24 12:00 p.m. <p>The National Weather Service in San Diego has issued a High Wind Warning for San Diego County Mountains until 3/3/24.</p> <ul> <li>Damaging winds may blow down trees and power lines.</li> <li>Widespread power outages are possible.</li> <li>Strongest winds will be on the desert slopes of the mountains.</li> <li>Static wind speeds are forecast to be around 35 - 45 mph with isolated gusts up to 90 mph.</li> <li>Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use caution if you must drive.</li> <li>This storm may intensify, monitor local radio and television stations for additional information and other possible warnings from the National Weather Service.</li> </ul> <p>More forecast information, locations that will experience high winds, and updates are available from the National Weather Service at <a href="https://www.weather.gov/sgx">https://www.weather.gov/sgx</a>.</p> Fri, 01 Mar 2024 16:54:00 Z https://www.alertsandiego.org/content/alertsandiego/en-us/incident-page.1246.html https://ahasalerts.com/updates.aspx?id=1246 1709234940000 https://www.alertsandiego.org/content/alertsandiego/en-us/incident-page.1245.html FEMA to Open Disaster Recovery Centers at County, City of San Diego Sites <p>Two Disaster Recovery Centers will open Friday to help flood victims from the devastating Jan. 22 storms.</p> <p>FEMA worked with the State, the County and City of San Diego to set up a Disaster Recovery Center at the Spring Valley County Library and the City’s Mountain View Community Center.</p> <p>The recovery centers will operate from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. seven days a week.</p> <p>Residents impacted by the storms can register with FEMA for federal assistance and disaster loans.</p> <p>The centers will also offer information from the U.S. Small Business Administration, state agencies and the County of San Diego.</p> <p>Flood victims can apply for federal assistance through April 19.</p> <p>The centers are located at the:</p> <p>Spring Valley County Library</p> <ul> <li>836 Kempton Street</li> <li>Spring Valley, CA 91977</li> </ul> <p>Mountain View Community Center</p> <ul> <li>641 South Boundary Street</li> <li>San Diego, CA 92113</li> </ul> <p>The Disaster Recovery Centers will act as an additional resource for disaster victims. They do not need to visit a center for help.</p> <p>Residents can also go online at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.disasterassistance.gov/">DisasterAssistance.gov</a>, use the FEMA mobile app or call the FEMA Helpline at 800-621-3362. The line is available from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily.</p> <p>The County also offers additional resources at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.alertsandiego.org/en-us/recovery.html">AlertSanDiego.org/Recovery</a>.</p> Thu, 29 Feb 2024 19:29:00 Z https://www.alertsandiego.org/content/alertsandiego/en-us/incident-page.1245.html https://ahasalerts.com/updates.aspx?id=1245 1708120380000 https://www.alertsandiego.org/content/alertsandiego/en-us/incident-page.1244.html ShakeReadySD Testing Error <p>A testing error with the ShakeReadySD Alert system caused an alert of an incoming earthquake to go out to all users of the ShakeReadySD system. No action is required. We apologize for the error.&nbsp;</p> Fri, 16 Feb 2024 21:53:00 Z https://www.alertsandiego.org/content/alertsandiego/en-us/incident-page.1244.html https://ahasalerts.com/updates.aspx?id=1244 1707325980000 https://www.alertsandiego.org/content/alertsandiego/en-us/incident-page.1243.html Winter Storm Warning in Effect until Thursday, 2/8/24, at 12:00 PM <p>The National Weather Service issued a Winter Storm Warning for San Diego County mountains, in effect until Thursday, 2/8/24, at 12:00 p.m.</p> <ul> <li>Severe weather conditions are expected, including heavy wet snow.</li> <li>Winds will gust as high as 60 mph tonight and early Thursday.&nbsp;</li> <li>Damage to trees and power lines is possible.</li> <li>If you must travel, plan on difficult travel conditions.</li> <li>Keep an extra flashlight, blanket, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency.</li> </ul> <p>More forecast information and updates are available from the <a href="https://www.weather.gov/sgx/">National Weather Service</a>.<br> Follow <a href="https://twitter.com/sdcountydpw">@SDCountyDPW</a> on Twitter for updates on County road closures and <a href="https://twitter.com/sdcaltrans">@SDCaltrans</a> for updates on freeway closures.</p> Wed, 07 Feb 2024 17:13:00 Z https://www.alertsandiego.org/content/alertsandiego/en-us/incident-page.1243.html https://ahasalerts.com/updates.aspx?id=1243 1707250860000 https://www.alertsandiego.org/content/alertsandiego/en-us/incident-page.1242.html Tornado Warning for South Central San Diego County Cancelled <p>The National Weather Service has cancelled the Tornado Warning for South Central San Diego County.<br> <br> The National Weather Service reports the storm which prompted the warning has weakened below severe&nbsp;limits, and no longer appears capable of producing a tornado.&nbsp;Therefore, the warning has been cancelled.</p> <p>Get local updates at&nbsp;<a href="https://alertsandiego.org/">AlertSanDiego.org</a>, download the County emergency app to receive alerts, follow the County on social media and listen to local alerting systems for current emergency information and instructions regarding flooding.</p> Tue, 06 Feb 2024 20:21:00 Z https://www.alertsandiego.org/content/alertsandiego/en-us/incident-page.1242.html https://ahasalerts.com/updates.aspx?id=1242 1707249840000 https://www.alertsandiego.org/content/alertsandiego/en-us/incident-page.1241.html Tornado Warning for El Cajon Area <p>The National Weather Service has issued a Tornado Warning for South central San Diego County until 12:45 p.m.</p> <p>At 12:00 p.m., a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located over El Cajon, moving northeast at 35 mph.</p> <p>Locations impacted by the warning include&nbsp;El Cajon, La Mesa, Tierrasanta, Santee, Lemon Grove, Rancho San<br> Diego, Spring Valley, Crest, Lakeside, La Presa, Lake Murray,<br> Bonita, Winter Gardens, Harbison Canyon, Granite Hills, Bostonia,<br> Casa De Oro-Mount Helix, Jamacha Lomita, and Flinn Springs.</p> <p>People in the warning area are encouraged to take cover now.&nbsp;Move to a basement or an interior room on the lowest&nbsp;floor of a sturdy building. Avoid windows. If you are outdoors, in a&nbsp;mobile home, or in a vehicle, move to the closest substantial shelter&nbsp;and protect yourself from flying debris.</p> Tue, 06 Feb 2024 20:04:00 Z https://www.alertsandiego.org/content/alertsandiego/en-us/incident-page.1241.html https://ahasalerts.com/updates.aspx?id=1241 1707248880000 https://www.alertsandiego.org/content/alertsandiego/en-us/incident-page.1240.html Tornado Warning Issued for South Central San Diego County <p>The National Weather Service in San Diego has issued a Tornado Warning for South Central San Diego County until 12:15 p.m.</p> <p>At 11:44 a.m., a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located over Paradise Hills, or near Chula Vista moving northeast at 35 mph.</p> <p>The National Weather Services reports Impacted areas could include&nbsp;Chula Vista, El Cajon, National City, La Mesa, Tierrasanta, Santee,&nbsp;Lemon Grove, Encanto, Rancho San Diego, La Presa, Paradise Hills,&nbsp;Lincoln Park, College East, Lake Murray, Spring Valley, Rolando,<br> Crest, Lakeside, Bonita, and Mountain View.</p> <p>People in the warning area are urged to take cover now.&nbsp; Move to a basement or interior room on the lowest floor of a sturdy building.&nbsp; Avoid windows.&nbsp; If you are outdoors, in a mobile home, or in a vehicle, move to the closest substantial shelter and protect yourself from flying debris.</p> Tue, 06 Feb 2024 19:48:00 Z https://www.alertsandiego.org/content/alertsandiego/en-us/incident-page.1240.html https://ahasalerts.com/updates.aspx?id=1240 1707242460000 https://www.alertsandiego.org/content/alertsandiego/en-us/incident-page.1239.html Flash Flood Warning for Northwestern San Diego County <p>The National Weather Service issued a Flash Flood Warning for Northwestern San Diego County, Orange County and Riverside County until 1 p.m.</p> <p>At 9:55 a.m. doppler radar and automated rain gauges indicated heavy rain falling across the warned area.&nbsp; Between&nbsp; 0.75 and 1.5 inches of rain have fallen over the last few hours.&nbsp; The expected rainfall rate is 0.75 to 1 inch in one hour.&nbsp; Additional rainfall amounts of 1 to 2 inches are possible in the warned area.</p> <p>Get local updates at&nbsp;<a href="https://alertsandiego.org/">AlertSanDiego.org</a>, download the County emergency app to receive alerts, follow the County on social media and listen to local alerting systems for current emergency information and instructions regarding flooding.</p> Tue, 06 Feb 2024 18:01:00 Z https://www.alertsandiego.org/content/alertsandiego/en-us/incident-page.1239.html https://ahasalerts.com/updates.aspx?id=1239 1707236340000 https://www.alertsandiego.org/content/alertsandiego/en-us/incident-page.1238.html National Weather Service Issues Flood Warning for San Diego River <p>The National Weather Service in San Diego CA has issued a Flood Warning for the following rivers in California. San Diego River At Fashion Valley affecting San Diego County. For the San Diego River, including Fashion Valley. Minor flooding is forecast.</p> <p>The National Weather Service reports at 4:15 a.m. the state was at 9.6 feet.&nbsp; The river is expected to rise to 10.3 feet late this afternoon, above the flood stage of 10.0 feet.&nbsp; It is expected to fall below flood stage late Wednesday morning.</p> Tue, 06 Feb 2024 16:19:00 Z https://www.alertsandiego.org/content/alertsandiego/en-us/incident-page.1238.html https://ahasalerts.com/updates.aspx?id=1238 1707099000000 https://www.alertsandiego.org/content/alertsandiego/en-us/incident-page.1237.html City of San Diego Issues Flood Advisory <p>The City of San Diego is issuing an Evacuation Warning for low-lying, flood prone areas of City of San Diego neighborhoods of Southcrest, Mountain View, Encanto, San Ysidro, Sorrento Valley, and Mission Valley. All residents are urged to take precautions and prepare for potential flooding in low-lying areas.</p> <p>In addition, the Local Assistance Center at the Mountain View Community Recreation Center will be closed Monday, Feb. 5, due to inclement weather.</p> <p>Register your –and other family members’– cellphones with <a href="https://www.alertsandiego.org/en-us/preparedness/alertsandiego.html">AlertSanDiego</a> so that you will all be notified of an emergency affecting your neighborhood. This is especially important if you no longer have a landline at your home. And download the <a href="https://www.alertsandiego.org/en-us/preparedness/SDEmergencyApp.html">SDEmergency App</a> to receive updates.</p> Mon, 05 Feb 2024 02:10:00 Z https://www.alertsandiego.org/content/alertsandiego/en-us/incident-page.1237.html https://ahasalerts.com/updates.aspx?id=1237 1706931720000 https://www.alertsandiego.org/content/alertsandiego/en-us/incident-page.1236.html Tenant Protection Measures for Those Impacted by the Jan. 22, 2024 Flooding <p>The San Diego County Board of Supervisors on Jan. 30, 2024, took new actions to help people in communities flooded by the Jan. 22, 2024, torrential rains, including putting into place temporary additional tenant protection measures. The approved ordinance prohibits people who were affected by the floods from being evicted without just cause. The ordinance also restricts certain rent increases on eligible properties from January 22, 2024, to March 30, 2024.</p> <p>The flood affected areas specified in the ordinance include residential units located in the following ZIP codes: 92102, 92104, 92105, 92111, 92113, 92114, 92115, (San Diego); 91977 (Spring Valley); 91950 (National City); 91945 (Lemon Grove); and 92118 (Coronado).&nbsp;</p> <p>For more information go to the <a href="/content/dam/alertsandiego/recovery/en/resources/Flood_Tenant_Protection_Info.pdf" target="_blank">Consumer Protection Resources</a> section of <a href="https://www.alertsandiego.org/en-us/recovery.html">AlertSanDiego.org</a></p> Sat, 03 Feb 2024 03:42:00 Z https://www.alertsandiego.org/content/alertsandiego/en-us/incident-page.1236.html https://ahasalerts.com/updates.aspx?id=1236 1706930880000 https://www.alertsandiego.org/content/alertsandiego/en-us/incident-page.1235.html City of San Diego Opens Local Assistance Center for People Impacted by Storm <p>The operating hours of the City's Local Assistance Center are shifting due to inclement weather.&nbsp; It is currently closed Monday, Feb. 5 and Tuesday, Feb.6. Please see sandiego.gov/storm for the latest updates.</p> <p>The City of San Diego will open a Local Assistance Center at the Mountain View Community Center at 641 South Boundary St., San Diego, CA 92113.&nbsp; City leaders say the center will be open from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. from Saturday, Feb. 3 through Friday, Feb. 9. Among the City of San Diego departments providing services are the City Clerk, City Development Services Department, San Diego Housing Commission and City Council Offices.<br> </p> <p>The County of San Diego will also be at the center to provide a variety of services to those impacted by the storms. San Diego County Assessor’s Office will have staff on site to provide for property tax relief for storm damaged homes. County Public Health Services and Behavioral Health Services will be at the center to provide all support and accessibility for physical and mental health needs. County Public Works staff can connect residents in unincorporated areas help with debris removal.&nbsp; And County Department of Environmental Health and Quality workers will provide people impacted by flooding with information on the disposal of household hazardous waste and hazardous materials, food and water safety, vector control, and housing health and safety, including considerations for mold prevention.</p> <p>The California Department of Insurance, Department of Motor Vehicles, Contractors State License Board, Franchise Tax Board and California Department of Tax and Fee Administration will also be available to help storm victims.</p> <p>Several non-governmental organizations including 2-1-1, San Diego Gas and Electric, Feeding America and the Red Cross of San Diego and Imperial Counties will offer resources and connections to services.</p> <p>The County of San Diego recently hosted a local assistance center in Spring Valley from Jan. 28 through Jan. 31, serving more than 1,375 households from across the region.</p> Sat, 03 Feb 2024 03:28:00 Z https://www.alertsandiego.org/content/alertsandiego/en-us/incident-page.1235.html https://ahasalerts.com/updates.aspx?id=1235 1706817180000 https://www.alertsandiego.org/content/alertsandiego/en-us/incident-page.1234.html Flash Flood Warning For Northwestern San Diego County <p>At 1149 AM PST, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain across the<br> warned area. Between 0.5 and 1.25 inches of rain have fallen. The<br> expected rainfall rate is 0.25 to 0.75 inches in 1 hour.<br> Additional rainfall amounts of 0.5 to 1 inch are possible in the<br> warned area. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin<br> shortly.</p> Thu, 01 Feb 2024 19:53:00 Z https://www.alertsandiego.org/content/alertsandiego/en-us/incident-page.1234.html https://ahasalerts.com/updates.aspx?id=1234