"Widespread Flooding in San Diego Prompts Emergency Declaration and Community Response"

San Diego declared a state of emergency after experiencing the wettest January day on record, causing widespread flooding and prompting the mayor to seek federal funds. The storm led to the rescue of migrants and the relocation of homeless centers, with a high school serving as a temporary shelter. The city grappled with impassable roads, and the storm's impact was likened to the havoc of El Niño in 1983 or 1998. Officials attributed the extreme weather to climate change, emphasizing the need for action.