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Susan Murphy

Health Reporter

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Susan Murphy is a former health reporter for KPBS, providing in-depth coverage of a variety of issues that impact San Diego County and the Imperial Valley — from infectious diseases and mental health to health care policy and medical breakthroughs. Susan started working in the KPBS Newsroom in 2003. She graduated from San Diego State University with a bachelor's degree in journalism.

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Environment

San Diegans — Get Ready For Another Heat Wave

Susan Murphy

Temperatures across San Diego County could reach 20 degrees above average on Thursday and Friday — from 90 degrees in the inland valleys to the upper 80s along the coast.
Environment

Another Heat Wave Takes Aim At San Diego County

Susan Murphy

Temperatures along the coast could reach 20 to 25 degrees above average, soaring to the 90-degree mark or higher on Thursday and Friday, according to the National Weather Service.
Military

San Diego Veterans Invited To Voice Questions, Concerns At Town Hall

Susan Murphy

The forum is one of many the Veterans Affairs is holding around the country to improve services and rebuild community trust.
Military

San Diego-Based Troops Named On ISIS 'Hit List'

Susan Murphy

Nearly three dozen U.S. troops, including some based on the USS Carl Vinson from San Diego, were named on a "hit list" by the self-proclaimed Islamic State terror group, according to the Marine Corps Times.
KPBS Midday Edition

Some San Diego Farmers Shut Off Water In Prolonged Drought

Susan Murphy

San Diego’s 4,000 farms have been hit hard from drought — not because they have run out of water, but because water is squeezing their budgets.
Environment

Drought Deepens But No New Water Restrictions For San Diego County

Susan Murphy

California’s new water regulations that put limits on outdoor watering days will have little effect on San Diego County because similar conservation measures are already in place here.