Newsom declares state of emergency for upcoming El Niño season – NBC 7 San Diego

Newsom declares state of emergency for upcoming El Niño season  NBC 7 San Diego

Newsom proclaimed a state of emergency in California ahead of a possibly historic El Niño, to prepare communities for severe winter weather. Governor Newsom has proclaimed a state of emergency to help get California ready for what’s forecasted to be the strongest El Niño season in recorded history. Gov. Gavin Newsom proclaimed a state of emergency Monday in California in preparation for what state officials say could be a historic El Niño season, directing agencies to stage equipment, protect infrastructure and prepare communities for severe winter weather. The looming El Niño event is already breaking records, and forecasters expect it to continue to strengthen, potentially becoming the strongest in recorded history.

Stream San Diego News for free, 24/7, wherever you are with NBC 7. Officials warn El Niño could bring heavy rain, strong winds, mountain snow, and coastal flooding. "California is strongest when we look out for one another," Newsom said in a statement. "That is what this action is about. Giving communities the support they need, giving first responders the tools to do their jobs, and giving families the confidence that their state is ready. We are preparing for this El Niño early because every Californian deserves to be safe in their home, connected to their community, and protected when severe weather comes." In a statement, Mayor Todd Gloria