Scientists at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) say this year’s El Niño is strengthening, and there’s a 90% chance the weather phenomenon will be a “very strong,” possibly historic weather pattern.Warmer waters in the equatorial Pacific Ocean that are consistent with El Niño mean wet weather is likely coming to the Western U.S. and San Diego County. Cities along Southern California are now doing what they can to prepare for large amounts of rain and possibilty for flooding. In La Mesa, city officials are now examining stormwater and drain channels and are busy identifying flood-prone areas, and have even created a working group to help with the efforts.“The city is focusing on stormwater and drainage maintenance, tree inspection and pruning, infrastructure inspections, and emergency response readiness,” a La Mesa spokesperson told Times of San Diego. “This includes inspecting and clearing storm drains, culverts and other drainage facilities. The working group will help coordinate city response and recovery efforts across departments. The city will continue to monitor weather forecasts and increase preparedness activities as needed in response to storm activity. The goal is to reduce preventable impacts before storms arrive and provide a coordinated response when significant rainfall occurs.”
That is not all, Figueroa said. City crews are also reviewing locations and parcels with a history of flooding and coming up with plans to prevent future flooding. The city, says Figueroa, is also calling on residents for help.
“The city encourages residents to begin preparing now for heavy rainfall by keeping private drainage systems clear, removing leaves and debris from storm drains, maintaining roofs and gutters, protecting below-grade openings and inspecting retaining walls and slopes,” said Figueroa.The city also made a video series to help prepare for severe weather.
La Mesa urges residents to monitor city communications for updates during emergencies. Residents can find those updates on La Mesa’s Emergency Information Center webpage. Residents can also receive notifications on the city’s Nixle app or on Instagram and Facebook.
Added Figueroa: “Residents should also be aware of where sandbags are available and make arrangements to pick them up before a storm, if needed. Incorporated La Mesa residents can obtain sandbags at the City’s Public Works Operations Center, located at 8152 Commercial Street. Sandbags are not yet available, but the City will notify the public when they are.
During heavy rainfall, residents should never attempt to drive through a flooded roadway. Residents are also encouraged to register for the Genasys Protect app in case emergency evacuations become necessary. Residents are encouraged to contact the La Mesa Police Department to report non-emergency concerns or problems at 619-667-1400 (option 6).”
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