Emergency Preparedness

Preparing for a Disaster

1. Register for SMCAlert: Receive text and emails to stay informed from the San Mateo County Office of Emergency Services.
2. Prepare a Evacuation Plan - Set a meet up location 
   • Select a few of your most important individuals
   • Pick an out of state contact if you can't reach others in your local area
   • Agree on a place to meet (park, landmark)
3. Prepare Emergency Supplies: Prepare to be self-reliant for 72 hours.
   • Water: 1 gallon per person per day
   • First Aid Kit
   • Flashlight and batteries
   • Fire Extinguisher
   • Manual can opener
   • non perishable food
4. Take a free preparedness class and get more involved:
   • Coastside Emergency Response Team upcoming training 
5. Learn how to Shut off gas Disable Utilities:
   • If you smell natural gas, see downed power lines, or suspect another power-related emergency situation, call 9-1-1 and then call PG&E at 800-743-5000. 
   • Never touch a downed power line or any electrical equipment.

During a Disaster 

1. Be ready to evacuate if directed by emergency personnel.
2. Stay tuned for SMC Alerts and tune into Local Emergency Radio Stations 
   • Coastside: KHMB AM 1710 
   • Coastside: KHMB FM 100.9