Baja California Governor Marina del Pilar Ávila Olmeda has convened the State Civil Protection Council in a permanent emergency session as the region prepares for severe weather brought on by the ‘El Niño’ phenomenon.
Governor Marina del Pilar emphasized that public safety remains the administration’s top priority, calling for tight inter-agency collaboration and clear action protocols to ensure a swift response to any potential emergencies.
According to State Civil Protection Coordinator Ignacio Lozoya Morales, rain is expected to begin Saturday evening in Playas de Rosarito, Playas de Tijuana, Tecate, and Mexicali. The system is forecast to intensify overnight into Sunday morning before spreading across all seven of Baja California’s municipalities. High winds could reach gusts of up to 100 km/h in certain areas.
Weather models indicate precipitation will likely persist through early Monday before gradually fading. Because forecasts remain subject to change, the public is encouraged to monitor updates through official state channels.
Cabinet Coordinator Ariel Lizárraga Montero reported that officials have inspected stormwater infrastructure at high-risk locations across Tijuana, Playas de Rosarito, Ensenada, Tecate, Mexicali, and San Felipe to address vulnerabilities and deploy preventive measures.
Simultaneously, the Institute for Sustainable Mobility and the Secretariat for Water Management, Sanitation, and Protection are stepping up site inspections to clear illegally dumped debris and clear natural drainage channels, reducing the risk of hazardous flash flooding.
State officials urge residents to report any emergencies immediately by calling 9-1-1 and to check official Civil Protection platforms for real-time information regarding temporary shelter locations and availability.
