San Diego Officials Address Concerns Over Homeless Camp

Residents of O Lot, a safe sleeping site in San Diego, have raised alarming concerns about a rat infestation and unsanitary conditions, claiming these issues have made them ill and rendered their living conditions inhumane. Over 100 residents have signed a petition demanding action from the city, while some, like Rebecca Yunckes, report waking up to rats in close proximity. City officials, however, refute these claims, stating no evidence supports the existence of a significant rodent problem and asserting that health measures are in place. Coleen Cusack, a candidate for City Council, has spotlighted the issue, describing it as a public health crisis, while the city insists that the situation is being managed appropriately. Despite assurances from city representatives, many residents remain frustrated and fearful, leading to a growing tension between the unhoused community and city management. As the city prepares to expand these safe sleeping sites, the controversy underscores the broader homelessness crisis affecting San Diego.