San Diego leaders are speeding up efforts to combat sewage pollution from the Tijuana River, which has caused widespread health and air quality issues. - Billions of gallons of sewage have entered communities, releasing toxic hydrogen sulfide gas.
- The county has distributed 12,000 air purifiers and allocated $2.5 million for a pollution hot spot. - State legislation aims to tighten air quality standards and expedite cleanup funding.
- Health studies show increased respiratory and kidney problems, especially in children. The crisis, one of the longest-standing public health issues in the U.S., continues to impact border communities.