The County of San Diego - Government invites flood victims to visit the Spring Valley Library - SDCL as it serves as a Local Service Center for Flood Victims of the recent winter storm. The library is located at 836 Kempton Street, Spring Valley, CA 91977 and will be closed for regular library services during this time: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., Monday to Wednesday, January 29 - 31Visit nearby Casa de Oro Library for full library services at 9805 Campo Road, #180, Spring Valley, CA 91977. Find hours at sdcl.org/casadeoroThe service center will allow flood victims to meet with County and State representatives, as well as nonprofits, and aid organizations providing tips on how to properly document and clean up after water damage.Visit alertsandiego.org before starting your cleaning efforts ReadySanDiegoHelp report damage to the county by completing its information-gathering disaster form at crisistrack.juvare.com/public/sandiegoCA/request.htmlCompleting this form is voluntary and will be used to assist the County of San Diego in collecting damage information associated with the current disaster event. This is an informational gathering document only. The information will be used to determine if the County should request state and/or federal assistance. Completing this form does not guarantee that you will be eligible or receive disaster relief assistance. This is also not a substitution for submitting a claim with your insurance. Any information provided in this form is not confidential and may be subject to disclosure as a public record.Follow the CountyNewsCenter.com for official flood recovery stories. The story is featured at the following link:countynewscenter.com/county-to-open-local-assistance-center-for-flood-victims/
The heavy rain and flash flooding earlier this week impacted many San Diegans. Now, in the aftermath of the winter storm, there are many resources in place from emergency shelters and flood funds to free removal of storm-damaged vehicles. Here is a roundup of what you need to know if you were impacted by the floods on Monday, Jan. 22, or even if you just want to help.