San Diego, CA
San Diego road repair crews discuss about working in high heat
SAN DIEGO (KGTV) — Just because it’s hot doesn’t mean the work stops, especially for this City of San Diego pothole repair crew on Balboa Avenue in Clairemont.
“We try to get out of the yard at a certain time, try to get to our jobs and we know what the hot areas are too. So I try to go to the hot areas first so I can get it out the way in the morning,” Robert Jordan, a patch truck operator, said.
Jordan’s three years on the truck is coming in clutch in this heat wave.
“I always tell my crew I bought water for you guys. You know, we got big jugs that the City of San Diego gives us. And just stay hydrated,” Jordan said.
The City’s Deputy Director of the Street Division, Patrick Hadley, told ABC 10News that safety is the message the City sends to its crews.
“It’s stay hydrated, stay cool, and take those breaks when you need them,” Hadley said.
And the heat on the asphalt and coming off of it is no joke, either.
“Depends on certain areas too. It can be even hotter when you go to San Carlos, where we work out, too,” Jordan said.
The heat is also something the City told 10News they try to be proactive before waves like this one and monitor when temps are going to spike.
Training also goes into that as well.
Hadley said they teach crews how to recognize the signs of heat illness when they’re out in hotter temperatures.
“Crews need to look out for themselves and each other while we’re out here. So it’s equipping them with that knowledge of what heat illness looks like, what it feels like, and what to do when they’re starting to feel those symptoms out there,” Hadley said.
Jordan said that communication is key.
“And they teach us that at the City of San Diego. Communicate with everybody so everybody be safe. When it’s hot like this, if you’re hot and you feel something, say something,” Jordan said.
As they finish one pothole and move on to the next one, Jordan’s got his eye on how to cool off at the end of the day.
“I’m going to go in the pool and cool off after a hard day’s work,” Jordan said.
Are you ready for San Diego’s biggest holiday party? Syracuse will face Washington State in the 2024 DirecTV Holiday Bowl this Friday at Snapdragon Stadium.
This beloved San Diego tradition, now in its 45th year, comes with more than just the annual college football bowl game. There’s also a 5K run, tailgates and, of course, the Port of San Diego Holiday Bowl Parade presented by Kaiser Permanente.
Here’s everything you should know about this year’s parade:
What time does the Holiday Bowl Parade start?
This family event — deemed “America’s largest balloon parade” — kicks off Holiday Bowl festivities and takes place along the bayfront in downtown San Diego. According to the Holiday Bowl’s website, more than 100,000 people are expected to attend.
The parade starts at 10 a.m. on Friday and will feature unique floats, giant balloons, magnificent marching bands and drill teams.
What is the parade route?
The parade route is roughly 1 mile and begins at Harbor Drive and Grape Street. It runs to Pacific Highway and Harbor Drive.
How much does it cost?
You can enjoy the parade for free if you watch it from the side of the street. If you want an optimal view, you can reserve a seat and purchase grandstand tickets for $30 each here.
Grandstands will be located near the start of the parade on the water side of the street at 1400 N Harbor Drive. Accessible seating is available, and children under 3 do not need a ticket.
Re “Mayor Todd Gloria’s massive warehouse shelter will again be debated, but behind closed doors” (Dec. 15): Rather than buy another albatross, the San Diego City Council should consider refurbishing the 101 Ash Street building for a homeless shelter. We already own it! Both the Middleton warehouse and the Ash Street building have issues with lead paint, but more importantly asbestos materials. Use the projected $1 billion in lease agreement funds to do so. There would be plenty of room for supportive services onsite as well as accommodations for the homeless. Mayor Gloria and the City Council shouldn’t even consider spending $1 billion on another property. Utilize the one we already own!
— Katey Hoehn, Escondido
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