• To receive emergency notifications about flood conditions and road closures in San Mateo County, subscribe to SMCAlert by registering online and to your city’s Nixle emergency alerts by texting your zip code to 888777.
• To receive emergency notifications about flood conditions and road closures in Santa Clara County, subscribe to AlertSCC by registering online.
• To receive emergency notifications about flood conditions and road closures in Alameda County, subscribe to ACAlert by registering online.
• Buy provisions (e.g., nonperishable food, bottled water, medicines, and toiletries) during light periods to avoid going out during heavy rain.
• When possible, bring your pets inside.
• Prepare for power outages.
• If possible, clear nearby storm drains of leaves and other debris.
• Take advantage of city and county sandbag provisions. Check your local jurisdiction’s social media or email updates for information on the location and availability of sandbags.
• Check on your neighbors, especially seniors and people with disabilities. Make sure they have what they need (e.g., groceries, medicine, sandbags) before, during, and after the storm

• Avoid driving through floodwater or touching floodwater. Wear boots and gloves if you must interact with floodwater. 
• If flooding occurs:
• Move to higher ground
• Do not attempt to walk across flowing streams
• Do not walk, drive, or swim through flooded areas, which may be deeper than they appear and can carry dangerous debris
• Don’t approach or drive near a downed power line.
• Call 911 for life-threatening emergencies or if you require evacuation. Other calls should be placed to non-emergency lines.
• In San Mateo County, call 211 for information updates about sandbag locations, flood advisories, traffic bulletins, and road closures.
• In Alameda County, call 311 to report clogged drains, fallen trees or other storm damage.

• Avoid interaction with floodwater. See San Mateo County’s Health and Safety guidelines for residents in flooded areas.
• This page is also helpful for residents of other counties
• Check for dampness and potential mold growth indoors, which is a health hazard. If you are a renter, report dampness and/or mold to your landlord immediately. Homeowners and renters alike may benefit from the following resources on mold in the home:
• Information on Dampness and Mold for Renters in California
• Español: Información sobre la humedad y el moho para inquilinos en California
• Mold or Dampness in my Home: What do I do? 
• Español: Moho o Humedad en mi Hogar: ¿Qué Hago?
• A brief guide to mold, moisture, and your home (EPA)
• Español: Una breve guía para el moho, la humedad y su hogar
• Document flood damages with photos.
• Most homeowner's and renter's insurance policies do not cover water damage, but you should check your policy for any flood coverage endorsement, as well as coverage for potential wind damage. If you have flood insurance, contact your insurance provider to initiate a claim. 
• Nonprofits like United Policyholders may be able to help you navigate the insurance claim process.

• Residents should call 211 (SMC) or 311 (AC) to be directed to the appropriate resources. Operators can provide information on sandbag resources, city and county contact information, road conditions, and mental health resources. 
• San Mateo County has launched a storm-related information page on their website with information on sandbag locations, shelters, and evacuation. 
• Alameda County has this storm-related information page on their website with information on storm preparedness, sandbag locations, and road closures.
• For mental health support, call or text 988 or 1-800-273-8255.

• If you are advised to evacuate, do not delay. You can check your evacuation zone through the Zonehaven map on the San Mateo County website. If you are directed to evacuate, you will receive directions to an evacuation point, and shelter will be provided, regardless of immigration status. 
• Alameda County updates this website with road closures, emergency services, and other safety information, including Zonehaven.
• Avoid driving through flooded areas, and avoid touching floodwater, which can be toxic. Wear boots and gloves if you must interact with floodwater.

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