Despite dramatic scenes as water rushed through the streets and washes of the city, no deaths or major injuries were reported as a result of the storm. Skies are now mostly clear.
Strong winds, heavy rains, and flooding are predicted to accompany a storm associated with Hurricane Hilary. Here's what we know about sandbags, flights at PSP, school closures and more.
While the hurricane has weakened, as much rainfall to hit Palm Springs as the city normally receives in a year is expected to be accompanied by strong winds, perhaps wreaking havoc here.
The city is making empty sandbags available at all five Palm Springs fire stations. Additionally, sand for preventing flood effects will be accessible for residents in the pit behind City Hall. Â
Witnesses reported two men entered the shop armed with hammers. An employee of the store reportedly fired a gun during the incident.
An exploratory committee that would include business representatives, the police department, and various Palm Springs departments with downtown responsibilities could be the next step.
Although it’s difficult to discern the reason behind increases or decreases in violent crime, police here believe some of their recent efforts may be behind this year’s decrease.
San Miguel de Allende chooses its sister cities carefully. Similar agreements with Vail, Colo. and Santa Fe, New Mexico were made because they have similar tourist economies and natural beauty.
Palm Springs police are encouraging members of the public to come forward with any information they may have about events involving gunshots dating back to last Saturday.
Inclusionary housing policies have been discussed in the city for years, but never implemented. Should Palm Springs officials approve them, some would be the first of their type in the Coachella Valley.
Throughout the 90-minute event, the most common questions were related to the need for planned maintenance in the summer and difficulties reaching customer service.
Documents on file with the city show the project would be similar in size and scope to other large hotels in Palm Springs, standing three stories high and encompassing more than 85,000 square feet.
