San Diego moves to treat Tijuana River pollution
San Diego County approved a plan to develop a U.S.-side system to capture and treat polluted water flowing through the Tijuana River.
San Diego County approved a plan to develop a U.S.-side system to capture and treat polluted water flowing through the Tijuana River.
California lawmakers approve new protections for workers exposed to sewage, polluted air and other hazards near the Tijuana River.
California opened applications for $46 million in new grants on June 11, 2026, to fight pollution in the Tijuana River and New River. San Diego County launched an economic impact
EPA’s binational review trims 12 years from wastewater construction timelines to curb cross-border sewage flows into San Diego County.
Raw sewage flows from Tijuana remain a threat, despite new funding, plant upgrades, and short-term fixes like air purifiers, leaving communities at risk.
A December 7 sewer line failure in Mexico pushed 120,000 gallons of wastewater toward Imperial Beach, renewing concerns about recurring spills as federal agencies report progress on long-delayed treatment upgrades. New research shows how wastewater plumes affect shoreline health risks.