Supervisor Jim Desmond • August 30, 2026
Is San Diego County Ready for El Niño? Here's Our Storm Plan
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Supervisor Jim Desmond outlines County preparations and steps residents can take now.
Forecasters say a major El Niño could be in the cards this winter. Supervisor Jim Desmond breaks down how the County of San Diego is preparing — and the simple steps you can take right now to protect your home and family.
In this video:
– Free sandbags at County fire stations (and when they're actually available)
– What Public Works crews are doing before the first drop falls
– How to make sure we can reach you when a road washes out
– Why "turn around, don't drown" isn't just a slogan
- Register for emergency alerts: AlertSanDiego.org
- Check road conditions before you drive: 511sd.com
- Download the SD Emergency app on iOS or Android
Questions, or need help from the County? Reach out anytime:
Jim.Desmond@sdcounty.ca.gov
(619) 531-5555
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Preparedness
Steps to Disaster Preparedness
- Create your own Personal Disaster Plan (available in 12 languages)
- Register your cell phones for emergency alerts
- Make an
Evacuation Go-Kit and a Shelter-in-Place Stay Kit
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