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Part of El Niño is anticipated to bring significant water impacts to San Diego.

How could increased storm activity from El Niño affect the Department of General Services?

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Increased storm activity from El Niño may increase operational demands on Department of General Services If El Niño brings more severe weather and heavy rains to San Diego County, the Department of General Services could face increased operational demands. County officials are already urging preparation for seasonal storms, advising proactive measures such as inspecting and clearing drainage, stabilizing soil, and deploying sandbags to prevent erosion and water damage. This preparation is necessary to address hazards in the public right-of-way, including blocked storm drains, fallen trees, mudslides, and erosion threatening County roads.

Reported by 2 independent outlets Written Oct 14
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  • County officials are urging residents and businesses to protect properties against potential erosion and water damage this fall and winter due to El Niño storms.ivpressonline.com
  • Officials advise identifying vulnerable areas and stabilizing soil using mulch, rock, fiber rolls, or vegetation to prevent washouts.ivpressonline.com
  • Residents can report hazards in the public right-of-way, such as blocked storm drains, fallen trees, mudslides, or erosion threatening County roads.ivpressonline.com

Why it matters

The Department of General Services is responsible for maintaining the county's physical infrastructure and ensuring public safety during severe weather events. Increased storm frequency and intensity directly translate into higher demands for maintenance, emergency response, and preventative work, potentially straining operational budgets and resources.

This preparation is part of a broader county-wide effort to manage climate risks, as evidenced by the Watershed Protection Program providing resources to various property owners and operations. The county is actively preparing for the seasonal storms, but the scale of the required response depends heavily on the severity of the El Niño conditions.

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  • What specific resources or funding levels does the Department of General Services have allocated for increased storm response?
  • Will the county issue specific warnings or mandates for infrastructure maintenance based on El Niño forecasts?

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NOAA or the World Meteorological Organization issues a high-intensity El Niño forecastThe operational demands on the Department of General Services would likely become stronger and more immediate, requiring large-scale preemptive infrastructure work.
The county successfully completes major infrastructure upgrades, such as raising bridges, before the storm seasonThe risk of damage to critical county infrastructure from larger storms would be reduced, potentially mitigating the operational impact.

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