Calls spiked during two major heat waves this year and on Sept. 8, the county recorded 23 calls — the most in a single day.
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In the weeks leading up to the 2026 midterm elections, KPBS Midday Edition will bring you a series of explainers breaking down important measures and races. We begin with Measure A, for San Diego County voters.
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This year, the San Diego region is preparing for the potential of major storms driven by historically strong El Niño conditions. We hear from local emergency officials about what San Diegans need to know to prepare for stormy, wet weather this winter. -
First, heat-related 911 calls in the first 9 months of the year have already exceeded last year’s total and that's before this current heat wave. Next, we break down some of the signs of heat-related illness. Also, advocates and lawmakers have been sounding the alarm on heat-risks inside one of our state prisons. And, Attorney General Rob Bonta is assuring Californians that their mail-in ballots will be counted.
