In a congressional hearing Thursday that starkly illuminated partisan divides, California Democrats called on the federal government to provide greater assistance in remedying environmental and public health crises at the Salton Sea. All but one GOP members were absent, and the one who did attend criticized the organizers for holding the hearing.
The West Valley Water District Board of Directors has approved a series of critical water infrastructure improvements for North Fontana residents in Zone 7. The actions will ensure that WVWD will be able to better maintain and control the steady flow of water to the area’s residents, WVWD said in a news release on Sept. […]
The National Weather Service says that conditions are in place for a La Niña weather pattern in the fall and winter of 2020-21. That could bring warmer, drier than usual weather to San Diego over the next few months. By definition, La Niña happens when the water along the equator is colder than usual. That […]
Growers of some of San Diego County’s most lucrative crops — flowers, nursery plants and exotic fruits — can now get federal cash to cover some coronavirus-related losses. The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s initial relief program left out these small farmers who contribute significantly to the county’s nearly $1.8 billion agricultural economy. The department expanded the program to […]
Calif. Democrats Decry Federal Inaction in Congress’ First Hearing on Salton Sea in 23 years
/in Home Headline, Media Coverage, San Diego County /by Mike Lee /Palm Springs Desert Sunby Mark OlaldeIn a congressional hearing Thursday that starkly illuminated partisan divides, California Democrats called on the federal government to provide greater assistance in remedying environmental and public health crises at the Salton Sea. All but one GOP members were absent, and the one who did attend criticized the organizers for holding the hearing.
West Valley Water District Approves Water Infrastructure Improvements in North Fontana
/in Home Headline, Media Coverage, San Diego County /by Chelsea Campos /Herald NewsThe West Valley Water District Board of Directors has approved a series of critical water infrastructure improvements for North Fontana residents in Zone 7. The actions will ensure that WVWD will be able to better maintain and control the steady flow of water to the area’s residents, WVWD said in a news release on Sept. […]
In-Depth: Why La Niña Could Make Wildfire Season Worse
/in Home Headline, Media Coverage, San Diego County /by Kimberlyn Velasquez /ABC 10 News San Diegoby Jared AaronsThe National Weather Service says that conditions are in place for a La Niña weather pattern in the fall and winter of 2020-21. That could bring warmer, drier than usual weather to San Diego over the next few months. By definition, La Niña happens when the water along the equator is colder than usual. That […]
New COVID-19 Funding Now Available for San Diego County Farmers
/in Home Headline, Media Coverage, San Diego County /by Mike Lee /inewsourceby Camille von KaenelGrowers of some of San Diego County’s most lucrative crops — flowers, nursery plants and exotic fruits — can now get federal cash to cover some coronavirus-related losses. The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s initial relief program left out these small farmers who contribute significantly to the county’s nearly $1.8 billion agricultural economy. The department expanded the program to […]