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Imperial Beach council asks governor to declare state of emergency over Tijuana River pollution
Summary
The council unanimously approved a letter asking Gov. Newsom to declare a state of emergency for the Tijuana River transboundary pollution crisis, adding language on elevated hydrogen sulfide readings, known carcinogens in toxic aerosols, escalating public‑health impacts and an offer to host a site visit.
The Imperial Beach City Council voted unanimously May 6 to send a letter to Governor Gavin Newsom requesting a declaration of emergency for the Tijuana River transboundary pollution crisis and asking state action to address the public‑health and environmental impacts.
Councilmember Nakawadise framed the request as a final unified appeal after worsening conditions and highlighted…
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