Tag: disasters and emergencies
FEMA updates flood maps in Monterey County
SALINAS VALLEY — Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has delivered preliminary flood maps for parts of Monterey County, including the Salinas Valley.
The maps identify...
Monterey County’s emergency rental assistance program provides nearly $34M in support
MONTEREY COUNTY — Since launching in March 2021, the Rent and Utility Assistance Program through the County of Monterey in partnership with United Way...
King City Police launches 911 survey system
KING CITY — Residents in King City are among the first in the state to use a new community engagement and feedback solution service...
Expecting the Western Drought to End Soon? Not Likely, Forecasters Say.
Dry conditions across the West that have dashed hopes for a respite from relentless drought are expected to continue across the region into spring...
Critical roadway in South Monterey County awarded $12.6M for repairs
JOLON — Federal Highway Administration will provide $12.6 million in federal funding to repair and reconstruct Nacimiento-Fergusson Road in South Monterey County, announced Congressman...
Republican Women donate ‘Comfort Critters’ to help children during emergencies
KING CITY — Southern Monterey County Republican Women Federated recently donated stuffed animals to Monterey County Sheriff’s Office.
SMCRWF President Jeane Errea-Mills delivered the “Comfort...
Highway 1 reopens after rockfall repairs
MONTEREY COUNTY — Highway 1 on the Big Sur coast has completely reopened as of 3 p.m. Wednesday, Caltrans announced.
"Initial progress on clearing and...
Big Sur coastal highway remains closed for emergency repairs
MONTEREY COUNTY — Highway 1 on the Big Sur coast will remain closed between Ragged Point in San Luis Obispo County and Deetjen’s Big...
Monterey County launches feedback service for 911 calls
MONTEREY COUNTY — Monterey County Emergency Communications has launched a customer service feedback survey program beginning this month.
The program, called CueHit, is a new...
Workshop to discuss Monterey County’s climate action plan
MONTEREY COUNTY — Monterey County Sustainability Program will host its first community workshop Tuesday evening as part of its Community Climate Action and Adaptation...
