Alameda in 60 Seconds

Alameda in 60 Seconds | Community Preparedness

Get the message. Know the action.

Use AC Alert and Genasys Protect for emergency messages. Updates may also be shared through City social media, Channel 15, and Alameda Radio 1280 AM.

Your Next Step

Five Steps to Get Ready

Receive important emergency notifications from the City and Alameda County.

Find your evacuation zone and understand when an order or warning is issued.

Choose contacts, meeting places, evacuation routes, and support plans.

Start with what you have and add essential household supplies over time.

Prepare for earthquakes, tsunamis, flooding, heat, outages, and wildfire smoke.

Know the Action

During shaking: Drop, Cover, and Hold On. Afterward, check for injuries, fire, utility damage, and official instructions.

Near the shoreline: After strong or prolonged shaking, move away from the water. Do not wait at the shore for confirmation.

When water rises: Turn back from flooded streets and underpasses. Water may hide road damage, debris, contamination, or electricity.

Before the hottest hours: Move to a cooler place, drink water, reduce activity, and check on people who may need help.

When power stops: Protect medicine and medical equipment, use flashlights, limit refrigerator use, and keep generators outdoors.

When air quality drops: Close outside air, run a suitable air cleaner, reduce outdoor activity, and use a well-fitting N95 when needed.

Alameda Ready: alamedaca.gov/RESIDENTS/Alameda-Ready
AC Alert: acgov.org/emergencysite
Know Your Zone: protect.genasys.com
CERT Training: Learn practical skills to help your household and neighbors.
Access and Functional Needs Survey: Submit or update voluntary support information.