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Coffee in hand, Lake Elsinore? We've got the latest town updates for you. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Where Lake Elsinore residents can grab free sandbags before the storm
  • How today's thunderstorm alert could affect Lake Elsinore residents

Also on today's calendar: High School Open House and FREE Tuition Drawing and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Why do some birds fly south for the winter? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Monday: Mostly cloudy, showers around, with a high of 68 and low of 50 degrees.
  • Tuesday: Partly sunny and cool, temps: high: 73, low: 49.
  • Wednesday: Sunshine, with a high of 82 and low of 53 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Free sandbag locations in Southwest Riverside County (myvalleynews.com) — Lake Elsinore residents can pick up free self-service sandbags at the city's Public Works Yard on North Langstaff Street, with additional sand available at nearby county-designated sites. With Tropical Storm Rachel approaching, supplies and hours may vary, so you're urged to confirm availability and bring your own shovel before heading out. Nearby Temecula, Murrieta, Menifee, and Wildomar also list sandbag locations.
   

• Prepare for strong thunderstorms in Santa Ana Mountains Saturday afternoon – gusts could peak at 55 mph (ocregister.com) — Lake Elsinore is under a short-term National Weather Service alert for strong thunderstorms this afternoon, with wind gusts that could reach 55 mph. Residents are advised to secure loose items, seek shelter indoors during storms, and follow detailed lightning and heavy-rain driving safety tips to reduce risks on local roads and in outdoor areas.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • My cat is missing four days ago, his name is Simba.
    Please if you see him around your house or neighborhood let me know. (Nextdoor Butterfield Village)
  • ⚠️ Magnitude 3.12 earthquake reported
    Oct 11 at 1:04 AM PDT: 3.12 magnitude earthquake occurred near San Jacinto, CA. More than 58 neighbors felt it. (Nextdoor )
  • Jack In The Box posted a job opening for Restaurant Crew in Lake Elsinore. Apply here.
  • Papa John's Pizza posted a job opening for Delivery Driver in Menifee. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Lake Elsinore here.

🗞 Nearby News

Canyon Lake

  • Justin Kerr Wins 2026 WON Bass U.S. Open – His Second (thebasscast.com)

Wildomar

  • Tropical Storm Rachel threatens Southwest Riverside County with heavy rain, flooding and strong winds (myvalleynews.com)

Menifee

  • Earthquake of magnitude 3.1 detected close to San Jacinto in Riverside County on Oct. 11 (pressenterprise.com)

Ok Lake Elsinore! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "Why do some birds fly south for the winter?" — Because it's too far to walk..! (Thank you Theresia F. for sending it in!)
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