The City of Coronado has provided homeowners who have dealt with flood damage and water intrusion issues from the recent storm useful resources and guides listed below.
Coronado News staff
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Coronado residents still asked to limit water use
The City of Coronado has announced that while residents in the Country Club area are now allowed to use and flush their toilets, the city is still asking residents to limit drainage use. This includes not using dishwashers, showers and washing machines. The city says basic hygiene needs like washing hands are still okay. The […]
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Coronado’s Aquatics Center closing for $4.5 million renovation
The City of Coronado will close its Aquatics Center and pool for up to four months beginning in February for renovations to the pool equipment. Constructed in 2006, the Coronado Aquatics Center and pool are currently in need of immediate repair. Following the City Council’s authorization of a contract with California Waters last week, renovations […]
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Tijuana River surges to highest flow in decades
The Tijuana River has reached its highest peak flow in over 30 years. According to the latest data by the United States Section, International Boundary & Water Commission (IBWC) San Diego Field Office, the river reached a flow of 14.5 billion gallons per day (BGD) on Monday, January 22, 2024. The commission reported on Tuesday […]
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City of Coronado condemns threats against library
The City of Coronado has responded to threats made against the Coronado Public Library in a statement condemning the threats and reaffirming its support for the library. The statement read by Mayor Richard Bailey at the Jan. 16 City Council meeting said, “The City of Coronado strongly believes a role of city government is protecting […]
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Coronado declares state of emergency after flash flooding
The City of Coronado has declared a state of emergency due to the extreme rainfall and flash flooding that occurred on Monday evening, Jan. 22. The city council will ratify the state of emergency at an upcoming meeting. The state of emergency is a prerequisite for requesting state or federal assistance. The city has activated […]
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Illegally trafficked spider monkey get expert care
Three baby spider monkeys confiscated at the United States-Mexico border are now safely with the wildlife care specialists at San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance. The U.S. Customs and Border Protection agents at the Calexico West Port of Entry foiled the smuggling attempt and reported the monkeys to the San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance. A subspecies of Geoffroy’s spider monkey (designated Endangered […]
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Country Club residents asked to conserve water, stop flushing toilets
The City of Coronado has announced that residents in the Country Club area, west of Alameda Boulevard to Naval Base San Diego, are being asked to stop flushing toilets, running sinks, showers and faucets for 24 hours due to severe storms. According to the city, the severe rains have damaged the sewer system and caused […]
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San Diego Foundation announces $4.5M scholarship opportunity
The San Diego Foundation announced the launch of its Common Scholarship Application for 2024 on Jan. 18. The application is available on the foundation’s website for students, and there are more than $4.5 million in scholarships available. Since 1997, the program has awarded more than $49 million to more than 13,000 college students from San […]
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Goats Canyon, Smugglers Gulch border crossings closed
The United States Section of the International Boundary and Water Commission (USIBWC) says that the Goats Canyon and Smugglers Gulch border crossings will remain closed through the weekend. The USIBWC says that the high volume of sediment crossing the border at the two locations, as well as the forecast of rain for the weekend, are […]
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Coronado Island Film Festival announces new president and VP
The Coronado Island Film Festival (CIFF) has announced the officers and directors of its board of directors for 2024. The appointments include Phil Garn as president, Gail Bardin as vice president and Directors Jeanmarie Bond, Janice Lowenberg and Carol Sommer. Rounding out the Executive Board will be Alison Lancaster, returning as the interim board treasurer […]
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IBWC to clean pump station
The United States Section of the International Boundary and Water Commission (USIBWC) says the Hollister pump station will be taken off-line Jan. 19 for cleaning of excessive sediment buildup. The Hollister pump station is responsible for pumping transboundary flows from Goat Canyon and Smuggler’s Gulch, two canyon collectors, into the International Wastewater Treatment Plant. Officials […]
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Tijuana River wastewater flow exceeds treatment plant limit
The United States Section of the International Boundary and Water Commission (USIBWC) says that the average flow of wastewater from the Tijuana River into the South Bay International Wastewater Treatment Plant (SBIWTP) is currently 25.8 million gallons per day (MGD), which is higher than the design and permit limits of 25 MGD. According to a […]
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Events calendar for the week of Jan. 26
27 Saturday: The Accessible Sailing Fleet (KMAC Foundation) is having a volunteer training session from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Coronado Yacht Club. They need help to continue the program. All skill levels are welcome. 30 Tuesday: The Storytelling Institute, a free six-week course presented by the Storytellers of San Diego, will host their […]
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Toni Trinidad January Emerald Keeper Of The Month
Emerald Keepers is pleased to honor Toni Trinidad as the Emerald Keeper of the Month for January. As the Innovation Lab (iLab) teacher for Village Elementary School, Toni is familiar with educating the technologically apt generation, but she’s also nurturing students’ love for nature by utilizing the Emerald Keepers’ website in her lessons. Toni was […]
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Coronado High welcomes Assistant Principal Tim Kusserow
Coronado Unified School District has named Tim Kusserow as the new Coronado High School Assistant Principal. Kusserow is an innovative and experienced educational leader who brings decades of teaching and administrative experience to the position. He will join CHS Principal Karin Mellina and Assistant Principal Rikki Betancourt on the high school’s leadership team. “We are […]