Severe Weather Preparation

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Attention Residents:

Please be extra vigilant on the roadways during severe weather and keep the following safety reminders in mind:

Avoid downed lines: Do not drive over, move, or touch downed power or phone lines, even if you believe they may be de-energized. Report downed lines immediately to emergency services or your utility company. For power outages or to report hazards, visit PG&E’s Outage Center.
What to do if power lines fall on your car: If a power line falls on your vehicle, stay inside, call 911, and wait for professional help. Stepping out of the vehicle could be life-threatening. Learn more at What to Do If a Powerline Falls on Your Car.
Respect emergency scenes: If you see emergency vehicles with lights on, traffic cones blocking the road, or personnel directing traffic to stop, please stop a safe distance behind and do not proceed until you receive specific instructions.
Watch for debris and flooding: Storms can bring down trees, branches, and other debris, and cause flooding. Never drive through flooded roadways—it only takes a small amount of water to sweep your vehicle away.
Allow extra travel time: Drive slowly, turn on your headlights for visibility, and leave extra space between vehicles. If travel is not necessary, consider delaying trips until conditions improve.
Be mindful of first responders: Emergency crews are working hard to clear hazards and keep you safe. Please be patient, avoid distractions like using your phone, and follow their instructions.

We’ve had several close calls this morning where individuals in a hurry put themselves—and our first responders—at risk. Your patience and cooperation are critical to ensuring everyone’s safety.

For the latest updates on power outages or to report an issue, please visit PG&E Outage Center.

To learn what to do if a power line falls on your car, visit PG&E Safety Action Center.

Thank you for helping us keep the community safe during storm season.

USEFUL TIPS

Prepare Yourself and Check on Neighbors

Utilize time in advance by inspecting your property. Check roof drains and down spouts to make sure they are clear of debris. Keep leaves and yard trimmings out of storm drains and gutters. Store emergency supplies (first aid kit, essential medicines, cash, food, non-electric can opener, portable battery-operated radio, flashlights and spare batteries) in air-tight bags and in handy locations. Keep your car fueled. If electric power is cut off, filling stations may not be able to operate. Do not forget your pets. Reach out to neighbors to ensure they are prepared. Store valuable documents and items higher off the ground.

Travel

Sandbags

The Town of Woodside has a sandbag station at 2955 Woodside Road. The Town of Portola Valley has a sandbag station at the southern entrance across from the basketball courts, 765 Portola Road. The County offers sandbags to residents and businesses in the unincorporated areas. Here is a map and a list of pick-up locations in the unincorporated areas, plus a list of locations from other cities. Download a PDF of the proper use of sandbags.

Storm-Related Assistance

Call 9-1-1 Only in Emergencies

Stay Connected

Check the following to stay up to date on storm-related information and local resources.

Check for local hazardous conditions by address and other County storm-related news and information.

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