Subtropical Jet Stream Drives San Diego Rain, Tides
El Niño and a marine heat wave are pushing storms and elevated tides toward the San Diego coast.
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Is your area prepared for stronger winter storms and flooding this season?
San Diego Weather and Disaster News
This page covers weather conditions, natural disasters, and the safety and recovery surrounding major events in San Diego. Reporting includes atmospheric events, emergency preparedness and the aftermath of significant weather occurrences.
Emergency Response
Coast Guard Rescues Mariner and Dog at Sea
An 86-year-old sailor and his dog were rescued by a merchant vessel after drifting for weeks.
Safety
Live Poll
Do you trust your local government to effectively prepare public parks for severe winter storms?
San Diego Prepares Parks for Wet Winter Flooding
City and county crews are reinforcing drainage and burn areas ahead of an expected wet El Niño winter.
Severe Weather
Live Poll
Do you trust your local government to effectively protect your community from rising flood risks?
High Tides Flood San Diego Mission Bay Area
Extreme tides inundated streets and properties in Mission Bay on Monday morning.
Natural Disasters
Live Poll
Should your local government increase spending on flood-control infrastructure to protect homes in your area?
Southcrest Family Pushes for Flood Control Upgrades
Local residents call for infrastructure improvements after their property suffered damage from recurring floods.
Forecasts
Live Poll
Is now a good time to perform preventative maintenance on your home drainage systems?
San Diego Residents Advised to Check Home Drainage
Local experts warn that strengthening El Niño conditions increase the risk of residential flooding and damage.
San Diego reporting spans current weather conditions, disaster relief efforts, emergency declarations and recovery after major events. It reaches across the city and the communities around it. Topography and the proximity to the coast create specific fire risks that dictate how the season is managed. Prolonged dry spells and rapid storm development remain the primary constraints for local disaster planning.