ARTICLE. Last week, we had a 60KD (60,000 volt) transmission line that had an insulator that cracked (there are usually a few on each transmission line). Due to our location with the salty air, which speeds up the corrosion of the equipment, and rough storms the insulator broke. When one cracks, you must replace them […]
Learning from the 1989 SF EARTHQUAKE ~ by Stewart Brand (Spring 1990)
PHOTO-ESSAY. This article—which first appeared in much briefer form in the Chronicle—is an attempt to reconstruct the confused events of that first two hours at Divisadero and Beach, and to distill some advice that might be useful to anyone wishing to survive a disaster and to help others to do the same. The article is dedicated […]
Mayor Debbie Penrose Gives the 2018 State of the City Address
VIDEO / PODCAST, If you want to know what they city has done in the last year, watch / listen to the out-going Mayor’s address. There are a few powerpoint visuals, but largely one can listen. Saves time. Listen while you drive or do chores. Stay in tune with what is going on in HMB! […]
WSL’s Mavericks Challenge Designated Viewing Spots
ARTICLE. Want to watch the contest with other surf fans while eating delicious food and drinking fermented and distilled beverages? Here is the list of designated viewing spots starting from south to north. Half Moon Bay Cameron’s Restaurant and Pub. 1410 Cabrillo Hwy. 1 South, 650-726-7505 Sacrilege Brewery. 730 Main St., 650-276-7029 Its Italia. 401 […]
Want to Know More About CAL Fire on the Coastside?
ARTICLE / VIDEO /PHOTOS. Ian Larkin, CAL Fire Unit Chief for San Mateo and Santa Cruz counties presents the State of Coastside Fire Protection District and State of CAL Fire to the Half Moon Bay City Council, Dec. 4th, 2018. Service Level The District has 3 fire stations: HMB Station #40 El Granada Station #41 […]
Tour the New HMB Fire Tower ~ Open House Sat. Dec. 1st, 10-12pm
Video/Photos. 360 degree view from the tallest building in Half Moon Bay. See the Ocean, Half Moon Bay and the Johnston House. The First Floor The Second Floor The Fourth Floor View
Want to Track Your Water Useage and Find Leaks?
ARTICLE / LINKS. Coastside County Water District launches WaterSmart customer web portal. Register for WaterSmart for FREE! Save money on your water bill. Set up leak alerts that might cause water damage. View usage history, get money saving recommendations from your phone. All you need is your account ID and your zip code. Step One: Register […]