Escondido’s Tropical Storm Hilary Final Update – Sandbags Info

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Thank you, Escondido! Your support of our City crews and first responders does not go unnoticed. Your patience and understanding were appreciated as we navigated the uncertainty of the storm’s impacts this weekend. We are thankful that our community was not severely affected.
As always, you are encouraged to be ready for an emergency:
• Sign up for emergency alerts from the County of San Diego at www.readysandiego.org
• Download the ReportIt! app. This is the quickest way to report issues to the City www.escondido.org/report-it
• Have a plan for your household in the event of an emergency. Learn more at: www.ready.gov/kit
Storm Sandbags
What can you do with sandbags now that last week’s storm has passed? Thousands of San Diegans fortified their homes and property with sandbags before the arrival of Tropical Storm Hilary. More than 100,000 bags were gathered and used across the County. But now the storm has passed and clear skies have returned. That has led many to ask, “What should I do with the sandbags now?” The County News Center shared a helpful article highlighting ways to store or get rid of your sandbags. Read the story here.