Suisun City joins flood of other cities declaring El Niño emergency

Suisun City’s council declared a local emergency Tuesday because of potential flooding during an El Niño winter. The low-lying community faces risks when heavy runoff, high river flows and tides coincide, potentially backing stormwater into streets and neighborhoods. The action follows similar declarations by other California jurisdictions after a state decision in September. The council also approved $178,756 for police cybersecurity and data-recovery consulting.