**Health Authorities Advise Against Wood Heaters During Winter Season**
With the winter season approaching, health authorities have strongly advised against the use of wood heaters and stoves to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning. This warning was issued by the Subdirector of the Health Services Jurisdiction, who highlighted the potential dangers associated with these heating methods.
In rural areas such as Rumorosa, El Hongo, and Valles de las Palmas, the use of wood heaters is common during the chilly months. Despite their popularity, these heaters pose significant risks, including the potential for fatal outcomes due to carbon monoxide exposure.
Each year, despite warnings, there are typically one or two cases of carbon monoxide poisoning that result in hospital visits. Medical staff at the General Hospital of Tecate remain vigilant during this period, as they often encounter patients exhibiting symptoms of poisoning caused by these makeshift heating devices.
Symptoms such as vomiting, dizziness, and headaches are key signs of carbon monoxide poisoning. In case of such symptoms, individuals are encouraged to visit health centers located in Valles de las Palmas, Rumorosa, and El Hongo promptly.
**Additional Safety Measures and Weather Conditions**
In addition to the warnings from health officials, local fire brigades have issued guidelines to help prevent carbon monoxide poisoning. Residents are encouraged not to install heaters inside homes, as they can be potential sources of dangerous exposure.
Furthermore, forecasts suggest that temperatures will drop in December, with lower chances of rain, making it even more crucial for residents to plan their winter heating strategies safely.
**Infrastructure and Development Updates**
In other local news, there remains a shortage of schools in the eastern zone, with approximately a thousand students awaiting educational placements. New developments in the Valle de las Palmas area are underway to address this issue.
Additionally, the enrollment period for the University Rosario Castellanos of Tijuana is set to commence shortly, with officials open to extending the registration window based on demand.
Digital platform drivers in the region have completed over 11,000 registration processes, a significant decrease from the previous months where lines were notably lengthy.
Finally, community groups have requested DNA testing before the burial of unclaimed bodies, aiming to assist those searching for missing family members. Meanwhile, new city park projects will be fully funded by private investment, with the local government indicating no direct financial involvement.
As the country prepares for the 2025 fiscal year, experts anticipate reductions in funding for health and security sectors amidst necessary budgetary adjustments.