San Diego County / Southern California
The latest news and analysis covering water issues in the San Diego County region and Southern California.
The Water News Network is San Diego County’s source for water news and information.
The Water News Network is San Diego County’s source for water news and information.
Winter Storms and Conservation Concerns
/in San Diego County /by Mike Lee /The CW San Diego Quoted: Jeff Stephenson, San Diego County Water AuthorityDespite this two-day rain storm that’s wrapping up, overall, we’ve had a very dry fall and winter. Jeff Stephenson, a principal water resources specialist for the San Diego County Water Authority, spoke with Morning Extra about the impact the recent rain will have and how the water supply for 2018 is looking. Visit WaterSmartSD.org for […]
Rains Finally Arrive, Bringing New Danger In California’s Vast Fire Zones
/in San Diego County /by Mike Lee /Los Angeles Timesby Joseph Serna and Javier PanzarIn the mountains above coastal Santa Barbara County, the vegetation is typically so deep and lush that it can soak up a half-inch of rainwater before it flows downhill. But that was before the Thomas fire swept through in December, burning those trees and brush to the ground. Now, the rain has no buffer, and […]
First Strong Storm Of Season To End Region’s Dry Spell
/in San Diego County /by Mike Lee /The San Diego Union-Tribuneby Karen Kucher and Gary RobbinsA strong Pacific storm that will hit Southern California early this week could bring up to 1½ inches of rain to San Diego and a dusting of snow to local mountains Tuesday. Forecasters say the storm system will arrive late tonight with a few light showers and increasing winds, with heavier rain, strong winds and […]
San Diego County Braces for Storm Surge, Flooding and Terrible Traffic
/in San Diego County /by Mike Lee /The San Diego Union-TribuneOfficials across the region are preparing for the first major storm of the winter, which could cause significant flooding and property damage and snarl morning and evening rush-hour commutes. The National Weather Service predicted that up to an inch of rain along the coast, and roughly twice that in the mountains, would soak the region […]