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A new study by San Diego State University scientists finds that bacterial outbreaks in the San Diego River that often close local beaches are caused primarily by leaks in aging sewer pipes, not homeless encampments or faulty septic tanks.Environmentalists are calling the study a warning to local sewer agencies and political leaders, arguing that quick and large financial … [Read more...] about What causes beach pollution near the San Diego River? Sewage leaks to blame, study suggests

The heat wave finally breaking in San Diego may be partially responsible for the rough tropical weather expected to hit the region on Friday.National Weather Service forecasters say San Diego could still get drenched as Hurricane Kay begins to weaken and move west."The rain will be widespread Friday and Friday night," National Weather Service meteorologist Alex Tardy … [Read more...] about Heat wave may have helped pull the hurricane north toward San Diego

San Diego is revamping its street sweeping program to remove more trash and boost the cleanliness of local waterways, but the changes reduce service in some neighborhoods and require new parking restrictions in areas where streets will be swept more frequently."After years of analyzing data, we have identified many opportunities where a small increase or decrease in the … [Read more...] about Sweep the streets of change in this San Diego neighborhood. That means new parking rules

Eleven people were arrested and 51 cited over Labor Day weekend during a series of "shanty town acquisitions" that were disrupted by multiple law enforcement agencies in San Diego County, officials said Tuesday.On Saturday, agents from San Diego, National City and the California Highway Patrol targeted the Recho Road and Carroll Road intersections; Juniper Park Lane and … [Read more...] about 60-plus people arrested, cited in street takeovers around San Diego County

Labor Day saw San Diego County and the rest of California working, right — working to cool off in the heat and working to keep the lights on.The hot weather in the afternoon eased a little on the coast yesterday Monday as thousands of people again flocked to the coast to seek help. But the mercury still climbed above 100 in several local areas: Ramona, Center Valley, San … [Read more...] about Temperatures are dropping in parts of San Diego County, but energy consumption concerns remain high

This is how hot it got Saturday in 33 communities across San Diego County, according to the National Weather Service.Ocotillo Wells: 110Borrego Springs: 105Escondido: 104San Pasqual Valley: 104Santee: 104Poway: 104 Valley Center: 103 Ramona Airport: 103 Fallbrook: 101 El Cajon: 101Rancho San Diego: 100Gillespie Field: 100La Mesa: 100Brown Field: 100Montgomery Field: 99Alpine: … [Read more...] about Here’s how he got on Saturday in 33 communities across San Diego County

San Diego County beaches could see some of the worst crowds they've seen in years this weekend as people flock to the coast to escape an oppressive heat wave that will push temperatures in the valleys and foothills inland into the 100- to 110-degree range in much of the area. .The National Weather Service says people will also be looking for help as dew points will reach 70 … [Read more...] about Expect a mob scene on San Diego beaches this weekend as the heat wave reaches its peak

Firefighters are working in scorching heat Thursday against a wildfire in eastern San Diego County that has so far burned more than 4,400 acres, destroyed three homes and left two people critically injured, authorities said.The fire, called the Border 32 fire, ignited Wednesday afternoon and quickly spread, threatening the community of Potrero in San Diego County's backcountry. … [Read more...] about The 4,400-acre brush fire in San Diego County is 14% contained