In San Diego, teams were clearing storm drains, beginning homeless outreach and urging residents to stay home. School closures and transit service changes could follow.
The storm is predicted to generate from 2 inches of rain at the coast to 5 to 10 inches in the mountains and deserts, and winds gusting to 80 mphDistricts in areas expected to be hit hardest, such as Warner Unified and Borrego Springs Unified, were considering canceling Monday classes. Superintendents in both districts said those decisions would be made Sunday.already crumbling rail line
In advance of the storm’s arrival, Amtrak announced some scheduling changes on the Pacific Surfliner route, including cancellation of train 794 between Los Angeles and San Diego on Saturday and Sunday, and cancellation of train 761 between San Diego and Los Angeles on Sunday and Monday.Sand, sand bags and tarps were in high demand at a San Diego Home Depot as people prepared for Hurricane Hilary on Friday, August 18, 2023.
“Detours and schedule adjustments will be made as deemed necessary,” MTS said in a statement. “Riders should check the Alerts & Detours webpage for the latest information about any service disruptions.”San Diego city officials suggested residents sweep and pick up trash, leaves, grass clippings and other debris that collect around storm drains and curb gutters near their homes.
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