🌱 Oceanside Harbor's Record Rain + Bicyclist Killed, Driver Arrested

Happy St. Paddy's Day! Here's your Friday edition of the Oceanside-Camp Pendleton Patch newsletter. In today's briefing, we have these stories and more:

• Flooding closes WB Hwy 78 through Saturday.
• Driver arrested for DUI after fatal crash.
• Oceanside Harbor rain totals shatter record.

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But first, today's weather:

Mainly cloudy. High: 63 Low: 46.

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Here are the top stories in Oceanside-Camp Pendleton today:

1. The recent storm brought record rainfall to Oceanside Harbor, with over 4 inches of rain reported over the past few days, one of the highest totals recorded in San Diego County. That's crazy, considering the previous record was a paltry 0.6 inches set in 1982. The deluge also caused several road closures in Oceanside and around the county. While we all wish the rain would go away, a slight chance of rain is forecast for Friday through Sunday, and even more is expected next week. (Patch)
2. A bicyclist was struck by a vehicle and killed Tuesday on Douglas Drive near Madra Lane in Oceanside. The driver was arrested on suspicion of driving while intoxicated and vehicular manslaughter, after police conducted a field sobriety test. "'The victim was riding either on the sidewalk or on the street when he was struck by the vehicle, which was driven by an Oceanside resident,' said police spokesperson Jennifer Atenza. She said the driver admitted to having used heroin." The identity of the man who was killed while riding his bike was not released. (San Diego Union-Tribune / paywall)
3. Westbound State Route 78 is closed due to flooding between El Camino Real and College Boulevard through Saturday. A sinkhole opened on the roadway Wednesday after a 50-year-old culvert failed, resulting in Caltrans shutting down the highway to make emergency repairs. "So, this work would normally take 3 to 4 weeks to perform," Caltrans Maintenance Chief Shawn Rizzutto said. "We are going to do it in less than a week. We're going to work 24 hours a day, seven days a week until we get it fully open." County storm closure info is at www.sandiegocounty.gov/content/sdc/dpw/roads/EmergencyUpdate.html. (NBC 7 San Diego)

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Today in Oceanside-Camp Pendleton:

• St. Patrick's Day Dinner at North Coast United Methodist Church (4:00 PM)
• Boys Volleyball vs. Fallbrook - Mission Vista High (5:00 PM)
• "Lucky Stiff" at The Brooks Theatre (8:00 PM) - FINAL WEEKEND!

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From my community notebook:

• "Are you in need of a trip to Mission San Luis Rey? 🙌 Join them Saturday 3/18 for an immersive Art Festival in celebration of their 225th year! 🎨 Learn more about this and other upcoming events by clicking the link in our bio! 🔗 - Ph..." (Visit Oceanside via Instagram)
• "Come out to the Melba Bishop Rec Center this Saturday and support the youth basketball players for championship March madness Saturday! -Games begin at 9am. -Coaches game at 12 noon. -Girls All Star game at 1pm. -Skills competition at..." (City of Oceanside Parks and Recreation via Facebook)
• "It's March Mayhem time at Marine Memorial Golf Course! We have two (2) exciting days of basketball games and food specials starting at 9am, Mar 16-17. 🍀 Stop by the Windmill Canyon Restaurant for a delicious corned beef sandwic..." (MCCS Camp Pendleton via Instagram)
• "Does your child love food and art? The Kids Cooking Treat Making Class is perfect for channeling their creativity in decorating while making delicious treats! 👩‍🍳 This class will also help kids learn to follow instructions, work as a t..." (City of Oceanside Parks and Recreation via Facebook)
• "A message from our community partner, @SDGE: Under the federally funded Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP), about $10 million is available to help SDG&E customers who are past due on their bill payments. About $7 million ..." (Oceanside Chamber of Commerce via Facebook)
• " Circus Vargas is in town! Get your tickets today! See them now until March 20th in Escondido. Can't find time before the 20th? Don't worry! They're heading to Temecula next! (March 24th - April 10) https:..." (Oceanside Chamber of Commerce via Facebook)

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Beautiful Sunset Over Oceanside: Oceanside Photo Of The Day

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Featured events:

• St. Patrick's Day Corned Beef, Cabbage & Irish Craft Beer (March 17)
• Outrigger Canoeing: Introductory Paddling Clinic (March 19)
• Building, Securing & Transferring Wealth Through Real Estate (March 29)
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• E.B Haul Murrieta local junk hauling (Details)
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You're officially in the loop for today! I'll be back in your inbox tomorrow with a new update.

— Lisa Frost

About me: I am the Community Publisher for the Oceanside-Camp Pendleton Patch and love sharing all things Oceanside. It's a privilege to help locals and those visiting our incredible and diverse city stay informed about local news, people, and the stories that shape our community. Explore all that Patch has to offer Oceansiders:

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