Good Thursday morning, San Diego!
The City of San Diego and all of San Diego County are getting ready for a storm system moving into the region that is expected to bring heavy downpours, some thunderstorms, and threats of floods. We have info on the storm preps and Max Goldwasser’s latest forecasts for where you live.
It’s back to business for the U.S. government following the longest shutdown in the nation’s history, but despite the bill signed off by President Trump, the threat of another shutdown still looms large.
Visiting San Diego’s iconic Balboa Park could put quite a dent in your wallet under a parking pass proposed by the mayor’s office.
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Ahead of stormy weather in the forecast for the region, the City of San Diego is making preparations as well as offering tips and sandbags to city residents.
The city's Stormwater Department will clean storm drains and inlets with a history of debris buildup and sweep streets to reduce trash and pollutants entering waterways.
"Our dedicated city employees work hard all year to maintain stormwater infrastructure," said Stormwater Department Director Todd Snyder. "We've been preparing for the rainy season and we encourage residents to take simple precautions around their homes to help prevent flooding in their neighborhoods."
City staff will monitor more than 46,000 storm drains during the rainy weather, and recently cleared channels in the Chollas Creek area.
Residents can report storm-related issues, such as flooding or downed trees, by using the Get It Done app or by calling 619-527-7500. If it is a life-threatening emergency, call 911.
San Diegans can help by sweeping debris around storm drains and curb gutters, securely close trash and recycling bins when placing them on the street for collection and turning off sprinklers.
Sandbags are also available in limited supply and can be picked up at 11 recreation centers in each City Council District. Sandbags are limited to 10 bags per city household or business, and sand is not provided.
Sandbags are available at:
- Pacific Beach Recreation Center, 1405 Diamond St.
- North Clairemont Recreation Center, 4421 Bannock Ave.
- Robb Field Athletic Area, 2525 Bacon St.
- Golden Hill Recreation Center, 2600 Golf Course Drive
- Martin Luther King Jr. Recreation Center, 6401 Skyline Drive
- Scripps Ranch Recreation Center, 11454 Blue Cypress Drive
- Standley Recreation Center, 3585 Governor Drive
- Allied Gardens Recreation Center, 5155 Greenbrier Ave.
- Silver Wing Recreation Center, 3737 Arey Drive
- Southcrest Recreation Center, 4149 Newton Ave.
- City Heights Recreation Center, 4380 Landis St.
San Diego is also taking precautions to protect residents at Safe Sleeping Program sites and other homeless shelter locations by fortifying some areas with sandbags. Outreach teams have been in the San Diego River and other areas alerting people of coming rain and offering resources.
People experiencing homelessness can call 2-1-1 or visit 211sandiego.org for resources.
For San Diego County, these listed locations will have sand and bags (call ahead for availability):
- Bonita: Bonita-Sunnyside Fire Station #38: 4900 Bonita Road, Bonita, CA 91902, P: 619-479-2346
- De Luz: De Luz Fire Station #16: 39431 De Luz Road, Fallbrook, CA 92028 P: 760-728-2422
- Dulzura: Dulzura Fire Station #30: 17304 Highway 94, Dulzura, CA 91917, P: 619-468-3391
- Fallbrook: Pala Mesa Fire Station #4, 4375 Pala Mesa Drive, Fallbrook, CA 92028, P: 760-723-2005
- Julian: Julian-Cuyamaca: Fire Station #56, 3407 Hwy 79, Julian, CA 92036, P: 760-765-2885
- Palomar Mountain: Palomar Mountain Fire Station #79, 21610 Crestline Road, Palomar Mtn., CA 92060, P: 760-742-3701
- Potrero: Potrero Fire Station #31 25130 Highway 94, Potrero, CA 91963 P: 619-478-5544
- Ramona: Ramona Fire Station #81, 24462 San Vicente Road, Ramona, CA 92065 P: 760-789-9465
- Ramona: Ramona Fire Station #82, 3410 Dye Road, Ramona, CA 92065, P: 760-789-0107
- Rincon: Rincon Fire Station #70: 16971 Highway 76, Pauma Valley, CA 92061, P: 760-742-3243
- Valley Center: Valley Center Fire Station #2, 28205 N. Lake Wohlford Road, Valley Center, CA 92082, P: 760-751-7605
- Warner Springs: Sunshine Summit Fire Station #59, 35227 Highway 79, Warner Springs, CA 92086, P: 760-782-9113
County locations with bags only:
- Alpine: Alpine Fire Station #17 1364 Tavern Road Alpine, CA 91901 P: 619-445-2635
- Borrego Springs: Ocotillo Wells Fire Station #61 5841 Highway 78, Borrego Springs, CA 92004 P: 760-767-7430
- Borrego Springs: Borrego Springs Station #60, 2324 Stirrup Road, Borrego Springs, CA 92004, P: 760-767-5436
- Boulevard: Boulevard Fire Station #47: 40080 Ribbonwood Road, Boulevard, CA 91905, P: 619-390-2020
- Campo: Campo Fire Station #40 31577 Highway 94, Campo, CA 91906 P: 619-478-5516
- Campo: Lake Morena Fire Station #42 29690 Oak Drive, Campo, CA 91906 P: 619-478-5960
- Descanso: Descanso Fire Station #45 24592 Viejas Grade Road, Descanso, CA 91916 P: 619-445-7508
- El Cajon: Harbison Canyon Fire Station #24 551 Harbison Canyon Road, El Cajon, CA 92019 P: 619-445-5001
- Escondido: Deer Springs Fire Station #11 8709 Circle R Drive, Escondido, CA 92026 P: 760-749-8001
- Escondido: Miller Fire Station #15 9127 W. Lilac Road, Escondido, CA 92025 P: 760-728-8532
- Flinn Springs: Flinn Springs Fire Station#21 9711 Flynn Springs Road, El Cajon, CA 92021 P: 619-443-7121
- Jacumba: Jacumba Fire Station #43 1255 Jacumba St., Jacumba, CA 91934 P: 619-766-4535
- Jamul: Jamul Fire Station #36 14024 Peaceful Valley Ranch, Jamul, CA 91935 P: 619-669-6580
- Jamul: Deerhorn Fire Station #37 2383 Honeysprings Road, Jamul, CA 91935 P: 619-468-3030
- Julian: Shelter Valley Fire Station #62, 7260 Great Southern Overland, Julian, CA 92036 P: 760-765-0155
- Laguna: Mt. Laguna Fire Station #49 33947 Mt. Laguna Drive, Mt Laguna, CA 91948 P: 619-473-8281
- Pine Valley: Pine Valley Fire Station #44 28850 Old Highway 80, Pine Valley, CA 91962 P: 619-578-6621
- Ranchita: Ranchita Fire Station #58 37370 Montezuma Valley Road, Ranchita, CA 92066 P: 760-782-3467
- Ramona: Intermountain Fire Station #85, 25858 Highway 78, Ramona, CA 92065 P: 760-789-3710
- San Pasqual: San Pasqual Fire Station #84 17701 San Pasqual Valley Road, Escondido, CA 92025 P: 760-480-9924
- Warner Springs: Warner Springs Fire Station #52 31049 Highway 79, Warner Springs, CA 92086 P: 760-782-3560
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BREAKING OVERNIGHT:
With one signature from President Trump, the longest federal government shutdown in U.S. history came to an end Wednesday night after 43 days.
Despite a majority of Democratic votes against it, the House of Representatives narrowly passed an updated spending bill -- paving the way for the president to sign off on the legislation.
"So, I just want to tell the American people, you should not forget this. When we come up to midterms and other things, don't forget what they've done to our country,” Trump said after signing the bill.
Under the bill, the government will receive funding through Jan. 30, 2026; it also ensures backpay for federal employees and reverses recent mass layoffs.
The measure also secures funding for certain programs, including the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, also known as SNAP or food stamps.
Next month, the Senate is set to vote on expiring health care subsidies, which was the Democrats’ main demand during the shutdown.
If those tax credits are not extended, health care premiums could skyrocket for millions of Americans on Obamacare.
CONSUMER:
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WATCH — Consumer reporter Marie Coronel shares some early shopping tips to help you prepare the big meal without spending too much:
WE FOLLOW THROUGH:
A major parking change could be coming for Balboa Park visitors, and some San Diegans believe it will price them out of the park if it’s approved.
WATCH — Reporter Jane Kim breaks down the mayor’s office proposal of an annual parking rate of $300 for city residents:
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