El Niño in San Diego: A history of storms, floods and surprises
San Diego officials are reflecting on the historical impact of past El Niño events, such as the 1997-98 winter, to prepare for potential future weather-related challenges.
San Diego has seen what a powerful El Niño can do. The winter of 1997-98 offers a striking reminder of how dramatically the region can change when heavy rain, swollen rivers, saturated hillsides and powerful surf arrive together.
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