Health
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A bat found at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park has tested positive for rabies, the County of San Diego Health and Human Services Agency reports. The bat was found alive on Saturday, June 11 at 1:30 p.m. at the Oasis Deli in Nairobi Village. Trained park staff collected the bat without directly touching it […]
Public Safety
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San Diego County Fire can now dispatch up to four new quick-attack vehicles to assist CAL FIRE operations when a brush fire breaks out in a hard-to-reach part of the backcountry. The vehicles, known as “patrols” are smaller and faster than a larger engine, but are equipped with all the same basic lifesaving equipment. They […]
Health
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The County of San Diego’s Deputy Director for Behavioral Health Services, Dr. Piedad Garcia, offers some advice on how to talk to children–and how to cope in general—with violent events.
Parks and Rec
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Take a hike on the newly restored and unified trail system at Tijuana River Valley Regional Park. The County celebrated a ribbon cutting and grand opening of the 22.5-mile trail system for hikers, mountain bikers and equestrians at Tijuana River Valley Regional Park on Saturday.
Animals
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Help bring this sweet girl good fortune! Give her a forever home.
Environment
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The 17th Annual “Mowing Down Air Pollution” lawnmower exchange adds some new products to the lineup this year. Rechargeable chainsaws, hedge trimmers and string trimmers join the mower for the price of $99.99 each. Bring your old gas-powered model for the discount. The event takes place at Qualcomm Stadium on Saturday, June 18, 2016. Exchanges begin […]
Public Safety
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Earthquakes can strike at any moment, without warning, and Friday’s incident is a reminder to be ready. Being prepared can make all the difference for the safety and survival of you and your family in a major disaster.