North Shore Recovery Efforts Continue

North Shore Recovery Efforts Ongoing Following Tropical Storm Rachel

NORTH SHORE — Riverside County agencies continue recovery and cleanup efforts in the North Shore community following flooding, mud and debris flows caused by Tropical Storm Rachel.

The Riverside County Emergency Management Department initially responded to the North Shore and Mecca area at approximately 3:30 a.m. on Oct. 10. Due to intense rainfall and hazardous water and mud flows, a shelter-in-place advisory was issued in coordination with Riverside County Fire Department to help keep residents safe.

Once conditions allowed, EMD began assessing damage to homes and other properties. To date, 14 homes have been reported with water or mud intrusion, primarily affecting living areas, garages and carports. Damage has generally been minor, with most affected structures remaining occupiable following debris removal and cleanup. Several private vehicles were also surrounded by mud and debris and required clearing before they could be moved.

Riverside County Transportation and Land Management Agency reopened most affected roads by Sunday and continues clearing debris and completing necessary roadway repairs.

To assist residents with cleanup, EMD has coordinated with TODEC, the Catholic Diocese, the American Red Cross, Team Rubicon and Riverside County Volunteer Organizations Active in Disasters to help clear mud and debris from private properties.

“Our County teams have been on the ground since the storm hit, working to assess damage, clear our roads and help our North Shore residents recover,” said Supervisor V. Manuel Perez. “We know there is still work ahead, and we will continue coordinating across County departments to address impacts and support our community throughout the recovery process.”

Riverside County Code Enforcement is also evaluating concerns involving soil from an unoccupied property that may have contributed to impacts on neighboring properties. There are currently no known impacts to railways or railroad crossings.

“I urge residents to prepare for anticipated storms by utilizing the resources we have available to them, specifically through our RivCoReady.org website and by downloading the AlertRivCo app,” added Supervisor V. Manuel Perez. “We will also be announcing a series of El Niño storm preparedness community meetings in the coming weeks.”

Residents are encouraged to report storm-related damage by calling 211 and to visit RivCoReady.org/Storms for information and resources related to storm recovery and preparedness.