The City of San Diego has increased its storm preparations in advance of rainy conditions through Monday.
The National Weather Service forecasts the rain that began Saturday to continue through Monday afternoon, with the rainfall through the weekend expected to be half an inch or less.
Stormwater staff will be monitoring more than 46,000 storm drains citywide.
“Ahead of storm season, city employees were busy maintaining key stormwater infrastructure, such as storm channels, pump stations and storm drains,” said Stormwater Department Director Todd Snyder in a statement. “We also encourage all San Diego residents to take proactive steps, especially if you live in a floodplain.”
The City distributed educational pamphlets to 10,000 residents who live in a floodplain. The pamphlets contained information on how to prepare for potential flooding, as well as guidelines for emergency preparedness.
Locals can prepare their homes by taking a few steps:
- Pick up trash, leaves and other debris near your home
- Keep lids closed on trash and recycle bins
- Turn off irrigation to save water
- Know the safest routes in and out of your home in case of flooding
- Do not drive through flood waters
- Do not open manhole covers in the event of street flooding
Limited sandbags are available at recreation centers in City Council Districts, and are limited to 10 bags per City of San Diego household or business.
Locations, as well as more information on how to prepare for storms, can be found here.
