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This morning’s quake is a rockin’ reminder of the city’s required seismic retrofit program

Posted on January 4, 2018 by Sarah B.

If you weren’t jolted awake by the magnitude 4.4 earthquake at 2:39am this morning, then we want to know the secret to your deep sleep! The morning’s quake rumbled and rolled for several seconds; its epicenter was in Berkeley near… Continue Reading →

Real Estate, Safety

Person rescued by SFFD from Sutro Baths “bunker”

Posted on October 12, 2017 by Sarah B.

After sunset tonight, the SFFD was on scene at Sutro Baths for a “bunker rescue”, according to a tweet sent out by @sffdpio at 7:51pm. The photos show firefighters on top of a concrete structure with a square opening in… Continue Reading →

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New map identifies spans with highest traffic-related injuries along Arguello, Fulton, Geary and Balboa

Posted on August 1, 2017 by Sarah B.

Recently, the SF Department of Public health released an updated “High?Injury Network” map that shows the streets in San Francisco that have the most traffic-related injuries. Not surprisingly, there are a few concerning corridors in the Richmond District including all… Continue Reading →

Safety, Traffic
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Local Links: Conservatory to go psychedelic, New bar on Clement, Jog in the Fog registration opens, Nourish Cafe expands, Merchant safety meeting at RDNC

Posted on May 23, 2017 by Sarah B.

It’s been confirmed that starting June 21, the Conservatory of Flowers in Golden Gate Parl will be lit up each night as part of the celebration of the 50th Anniversary of the Summer of Love in San Francisco. Get ready… Continue Reading →

Business, Events, Golden Gate Park, Safety
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Reckless driver takes down electric pole in outer Richmond on Saturday night

Posted on February 19, 2017 by Sarah B.

Reader Jim C sent us these photos of a PG&E crew working to replace an electric pole on 37th Avenue between Geary and Anza. Late Saturday night / very early Sunday morning, a driver crashed into the pole and sheared… Continue Reading →

Safety, Traffic
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Man dies after falling from cliffs near Sutro Baths

Posted on July 31, 2016 by Sarah B.

On Saturday afternoon, a man fell off a cliff and into the water near Sutro Baths in the Outer Richmond District. Rescue crews were quick to respond with jet skis and boats, jumping into the chilly water without wetsuits. And… Continue Reading →

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Local Links: 3rd ave faux brick, gas station to condos?, Jog in the Fog is back, Heartbaker on TV & more

Posted on July 14, 2016 by Sarah B.

It’s nearly the weekend, Richmond District! Here are some local links to keep you informed. The crosswalk at 3rd Avenue and Clement is sporting a new look – faux brick. This is presumably a new eye-catcher to help with pedestrian… Continue Reading →

Food, Real Estate, Recreation, Safety
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Swimmer rescued off China Beach

Posted on May 23, 2016 by Sarah B.

Around 2:45pm this afternoon, the SFFD Surf Rescue team assisted a distressed swimmer off the coast of China Beach. A boat and rescue swimmers were deployed and after reaching the swimmer, loaded him on a rescue board to bring him… Continue Reading →

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