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Imperial County Proclaims Local Emergency Due to August 12 Storm Damages
Imperial County Fire Chief and Office of Emergency Services (OES) Coordinator David Lantzer today proclaimed a local emergency throughout Imperial County, including all cities and special districts, due to storm damage that occurred on or around August 12, 2026.The storm caused significant damage to transmission lines and poles, resulting in widespread power outages across the …
Detection of Deadly Citrus Disease Huanglongbing in Imperial County
The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) and the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) have confirmed the detection of Huanglongbing (HLB), or citrus greening disease, in one tree on a residential property in the city of Calexico, Imperial County, triggering a quarantine.
Emergency Shelter Opens for Residents Impacted by Severe Weather
In response to the severe thunderstorms and heavy rainfall that impacted Imperial County today, the American Red Cross is opening an emergency shelter to assist residents affected by flooding, storm damage, and displacement.
USIBWC, EPA to hold New River Roundtable on August 18
The U.S. Section of the International Boundary and Water Commission (USIBWC) and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) will hold an in-person and virtual public meeting on Tuesday, August 18, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. PDT.
Imperial County Reviews CTR’s Hell’s Kitchen Appellate Court Decision – Reaffirms Commitment to Responsible Lithium Development
The County of Imperial is reviewing today’s appellate court decision regarding CTR’s Hell’s Kitchen project and consulting with legal counsel to fully evaluate the ruling and any potential next steps.
Imperial County Board of Supervisors Adopts Lithium Innovation and Competitiveness (LiNC) Program
Program establishes a transparent, performance-based framework to compete for private lithium investment while protecting existing County and community revenues.
Back 2 School Traffic Advisory
Drivers traveling through the Imperial area for school drop-off and pick-up should expect delays and allow extra travel time. Routes using Neckel Rd., Austin Rd., and La Brucherie Rd. may be impacted. Drivers are encouraged to use caution in the area, watch for crews, and follow all posted signs and traffic control.
Imperial County to host 2026 State of the County
Imperial County invites members of the media to attend the 2026 State of the County, presented by Imperial County Board of Supervisors Chairwoman Peggy Price, on Thursday, November 5, 2026, at the Imperial County Fairgrounds.
Candidate Filing Period Extended for Certain November 3, 2026 General Election Contests
Imperial County, CA — The Imperial County Registrar of Voters announces that the candidate filing period for certain contests scheduled for the November 3, 2026 General Election has been extended to 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, August 12, 2026. Pursuant to the California Elections Code, when an incumbent officeholder does not file a Declaration of Candidacy …