Historic Rainfall Triggers Flash Floods in San Diego

State of Emergency Declared as Hundreds Rescued, Infrastructure Overwhelmed

San Diego experienced its fourth-wettest day in nearly 175 years, with an astonishing 2.73 inches of rain falling on Monday, causing widespread flash floods.
Hundreds of residents were rescued from their homes, with some escaping through windows as water levels rose to chest-deep.
California Governor Gavin Newsom declared a state of emergency for San Diego County due to the severe damage caused by the winter storms.
San Diego's stormwater system, described as aging with limited capacity, was overwhelmed during the storm, revealing the need for significant infrastructure investments.
Schools across the region were closed, and the Red Cross set up emergency shelters for those displaced by the floods.