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El Niño Public Information Meeting

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The best way to get prepared for the wet winter is to be informed. Come to the public information on Thursday, Nov. 12 to learn how to keep you and your family safe.

By Tracey Martinez, Community Writer
November 2, 2015 at 12:53pm. Views: 147

The best way to get prepared is to be informed. The public is encouraged to attend the El Niño Public Information Meeting on Thursday, Nov. 12 at 5:30 p.m., at the Victoria Gardens Cultural Center, located at 12505 Cultural Center Drive in Rancho Cucamonga. The first 50 attendees will receive a personal disaster preparedness kit from California Volunteers. In its most recent El Niño Diagnostic Discussion, the National Weather Service along with the federal Climate Prediction Center stated “there is an approximately 95% chance” that El Niño will continue through the winter and begin to weaken in the spring. After four years of drought, our ground is so dry and hard that it cannot absorb enough water when we do get rain, which leads to dangerous flooding situations. Risks are higher for areas that have experienced wildfires recently, specifically the risk of mudslides. According to the U.S. Geological Survey, “post-fire landslide hazards include fast-moving, highly destructive debris flows that can occur in the years immediately after wildfires in response to high intensity rainfall events.” Already this year, we have seen multiple major flooding and mudslide events. In mid-October, flooding and mud flows trapped hundreds of motorists in adjacent counties and forced the temporary closure of the I-5 freeway through the Tehachapi Mountains. In early September, a couple on a first date got caught in a flash flood at Mill Creek crossing in Forest Falls. While she was able to make it to shore, he did not make it out of the water alive. In August, flash flooding in Riverside County washed out a bridge on the I-10 freeway. SBCoFire Office of Emergency Services, the National Weather Service, San Bernardino County Public Works and Caltrans will update you on the latest El Niño forecast and how local government is preparing. They will also provide flood preparation materials for residents.

September Preparedness Month

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By Ruby Stephenson, Community Writer

September 16, 2026 at 09:03am. Views: 203

Inland Empire families are encouraged to prepare for emergencies by keeping essential supplies on hand, including water, nonperishable food, flashlights, first-aid supplies and necessities for pets. National Preparedness Month serves as a reminder for residents across San Bernardino and Riverside counties to make a plan before disaster strikes.

Hosting Tips to Make Your Celebrations More Festive

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By BPT, Community Writer

September 16, 2026 at 09:03am. Views: 210

Turn up the music, bring out the bold flavors, and let vibrant dishes like this set the stage for a fiesta your guests won’t forget.

GTHS Athlete of the Week: Naomi Aurora Huerta

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By Titan Mom Elvira, Community Writer

September 16, 2026 at 09:03am. Views: 356

GTHS Athlete of the Week Naomi Aurora Huerta, 14-year-old Freshman with the GTHS girls flag football, is making her mark both on the field and in the classroom.