San Diego County / Southern California

The latest news and analysis covering water issues in the San Diego County region and Southern California.

San Diego County Braces for Storm Surge, Flooding and Terrible Traffic

Officials 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 […]

Mudslide, Flooding Fears As Rain Moves Into SoCal

After a record setting dry start to our water year, heavy rain is back in SoCal this week. Light rain is falling for the Monday morning commute, with heavier and more widespread showers hitting the region as the day progresses. A flash flood watch goes into effect Monday at 4 p.m. and going though Tuesday […]

Down The Pipe: Deep Inside La Mesa’s Water Pipe Upgrade

Below the streets of La Mesa, a big project is taking place. San Diego’s Water Authority is in the process of relining four miles of pipes that have been around for nearly 60 years. News 8’s Shawn Styles goes underground to give you a closer look at the work.

Little Italy Businesses Asking City for Money After Water Main Break

Businesses and restaurants in Little Italy are asking the city of San Diego for money after a water main break last year.  On July 30, 2017, a 16-inch concrete main broke at Kettner Boulevard and Juniper Street in Little Italy.  “This was a pretty horrendous water break,” said Marco Li Mandri with the Little Italy […]