Orders Lift as Storm Calms, Stay Vigilant

Published on January 06, 2023

The Sacramento County Office of Emergency Services is lifting the Evacuation Order for residents living in the Point Pleasant area, the evacuation warning for Glanville Track and Franklin Pond, and the Shelter In Place Order for residents living in the Wilton area. 

The County would like to remind residents returning home that rain and winds are expected this upcoming weekend and into next week and conditions can change rapidly. 

With that in mind, please consider the following items:

Sandbags Available 

Five sandbag locations are open for residents in the unincorporated areas of the county. 

These locations include: 

  • Branch Center (3847 Branch Center Rd.)
  • Orangevale Community Center (6826 Hazel Ave.)
  • Point Pleasant United Methodist Church (3329 Point Pleasant Rd.)
  • Westside Park (6555 West 2nd St.)
  • Wilton Fire Station (10661 Alta Mesa Rd.)

Sacramento County supplies the sand and bags, but residents will need to bring a shovel. There is a 20-bag limit per visit. Visit Sandbag.saccounty.gov for updated locations. 

Evacuation Preparedness 

During an evacuation, have a plan and keep in mind the 5 P's:

  • People
  • Pets
  • Prescriptions
  • Photos
  • Papers

Emergency Kit

The County is asking residents to re-stock supplies and prepare an emergency kit in case of power outages, evacuation and/or shelter in place orders are set. Items you should have in your kit include: 

  • Portable cell phone charger
  • Flashlight with extra batteries 
  • Fresh drinking water
  • Personal hygiene products
  • Change of clothes

For more details on what residents should pack, visit: www.ready.gov/kit.  

Sacramento-Alert

Due to the incoming storms, there is the potential for localized flooding. If you haven’t already, sign up for direct alerts to your phone or email through Sacramento-alert.org. These alerts will only be sent out for critical emergency information like flooding or potential evacuation orders. Sign up online at www.sacramento-alert.org

Residents should also follow Sacramento County on Facebook and Twitter for the latest updates.

Tips and Reminders for Returning Home After a Flood

Flood dangers do not end when the water begins to recede. For return to home tips and reminders related to utilities, food, mold, retrieving a stranded vehicle, finding lost pets and more, check out the After a Property Floods news release

Local State of Emergency 

On Dec. 31, 2022, Sacramento County unanimously voted and approved the ratification of a local state of emergency. The proclamation authorizes the County to utilize additional services to help mitigate extensive damage caused by the storms. The County is in the process of damage assessments. 

Insurance companies may require a copy of the Proclamation of Local Emergency when residents submit an insurance claim. This document is available online.

Floodwater-Contaminated Septic Systems, Water Wells and Small Water Systems

Some residences and businesses use private septic systems, water wells and other small water systems that can be contaminated by floodwater.

For detailed information and steps to take if you suspect that your septic, water well or small water system has been compromised by floodwater, visit the Disaster Preparation and Response at Home webpage

Contact Information

EOC

Emergency Office