Summary:
Tropical Storm Hillary is approaching San Diego County, bringing heavy rain and strong winds. San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria has declared a local state of emergency, and Governor Gavin Newsom has declared a state of emergency for most of Southern California. The storm has the potential to cause flash flooding, especially in mountainous and desert areas. Some areas have already received over four inches of rainfall. SDG&E anticipates power outages during the storm. The beach in Mission Beach is closed, and businesses are preparing for flooding with sandbags. Some surfers are still braving the waves despite the weather. Residents are advised to stay informed and safe during this storm.
1. The text is a live report on the arrival of a tropical storm named Hillary in San Diego County, California.
2. The storm has been declared a state of emergency by San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria and Governor Gavin Newsom.
3. The storm has been moving towards the north and is expected to bring heavy rain and strong winds.
4. The storm has a maximum sustained wind speed of 60 miles per hour.
5. The storm is expected to make landfall in Northern Baja, California.
6. The storm is expected to cause flash flooding, especially in the mountains and desert areas.
7. The storm is expected to cause significant debris and potential flooding on roadways.
8. The San Diego River is expected to reach a peak of 8.1 feet at about 1am tonight.
9. The city of San Diego has announced that all public facilities, including beaches, parks, libraries, recreational centers, and golf courses, will be closed today and tomorrow.
10. San Diego Unified School District has postponed the first day of its school year due to the storm.
11. San Diego State University has moved its classes to remote work and plans to return to normal on-campus classes on Tuesday.
12. The San Diego Zoo and the San Diego Zoo Safari Park are closed today, with essential teams staying at the park to take care of the animals.
13. Sea World is also closed to the public today and is expected to reopen tomorrow.
14. The city of San Diego has announced that all beaches are closed until Tuesday.