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More than 1,300 purple flags lined the lawn of the County Administration building today to commemorate International Overdose Awareness Day. Each flag represents a life lost in San Diego this past year to a drug overdose.
Public Safety
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A gun for gift cards event by the Sheriff’s Department, District Attorney’s Office, City of Vista, Oceanside Police, Carlsbad Police and North Coastal Prevention Coalition drew a huge turnout Sunday and collected nearly 380 guns.
Health
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A new County department reported Tuesday that in its first year it secured $30 million to address homelessness; provided housing options for over 4,400 people; held or took part in hundreds of community events to create equitable communities; and worked to support immigrants and refugees.
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All public San Diego County offices, family resource centers, libraries and animal shelters will be closed Monday, Sept. 5 for Labor Day.
Health
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Higher than normal temperatures building through the week are expected at the coast and inland valleys of San Diego County starting Tuesday through the holiday weekend.
Public Safety
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The National Weather Services has issued a prolonged heat wave through Labor Day and that creates an elevated fire risk.
Health
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The County of San Diego is holding two Mpox (Jynneos) vaccination events this week in the South County in addition to providing 250 vaccinations throughout the week at County clinics.