In response to October’s Rancho Marina Mobile Home Park fire, Sacramento County and the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) in partners...
The week of Oct. 23 – Oct. 30 is Flood Preparedness Week in California. After the storm we experienced this past weekend, now is a good time to l...
With heavy rains already falling and more expected throughout the day, Sacramento County Office of Emergency Services reminds residents to stay indoors, off th...
On Oct. 21 at 10:15 am, Sacramento, Placer and Yolo counties will test the local emergency alert system. The test will be inclusive of those that have opted...
As pet parents, we all understand the importance of providing our pets with the proper nutrition, exercise and care in order to ensure their health and happines...
Have you signed up for local emergency alerts through Sacramento Alert? September is National Preparedness Month, and a great way to prepare for disasters is b...
September is National Preparedness Month and the Sacramento County Office of Emergency Services (SacOES) would like to remind residents about the importance of ...
The Sacramento Metropolitan Air Quality Management District, in conjunction with Sacramento County Public Health, is advising residents to take precautions if...
While winter is still a few weeks away, these weather conditions are definitely giving us a taste of winter-like temperatures for a couple of days this week. I...
The week of Oct. 17 through Oct. 24 is Flood Preparedness Week in California. This is the time when you should look at reducing the risk of flooding in your are...
The Great California Shakeout will hit this Thursday, Oct. 15 at 10:15 a.m. Sacramento County will take part in this annual statewide drill designed to remi...
Natural disasters, whether forecasted or having the element of surprise, can leave areas devastated for long periods. As the 2017 floods showed, rebounding can...
Sacramento County is forecasted to have a stretch of triple-digit numbers starting Saturday, Sep. 5 until Tuesday, Sep. 8. Some Cooling Centers will be opening ...
As pet parents, it is important to understand the importance of providing your pets with proper nutrition, exercise and care in order to ensure their health and...
Sacramento County is forecasted to have a stretch of triple-digit numbers starting Friday, Aug. 14 until Wednesday, Aug. 19, or longer. Cooling Centers will b...
While winter is still technically more than a week away, these weather conditions definitely feel more like winter than fall, and with temperatures staying cool...
Recent stormy weather has brought many creeks and streams back to life in Sacramento County. We certainly need the water, but the amount has caused some...
The Sacramento County Department of Transportation (SACDOT) is prepared to provide quick response to roadway maintenance incidents that result from weather c...
Many County residents still have private wells and septic systems on their properties; especially those in the older, more rural and remote areas. Areas include...
The week of Oct. 20-26 is Flood Preparedness Week in California. This is the time when you should look at reducing the risk from flooding in your area. &#...
The summertime is an important time to prevent flooding for the Sacramento County Department of Water Resources (DWR). During the hot months, crews are ou...
Have you signed up for Sacramento-Alert, yet? Just go to www.Sacramento-Alert.org and sign up your home and work phone numbers and emails, as well as your cel...
You can definitely feel the chill in the air, and with temperatures continuing to cool this week, it’s a great time to review cold weather tips: Check...
The fast-moving, wind-whipped Northern California wildfires have highlighted the vital role emergency alerts can have in disasters. Sign up for Sacramento Count...
With the triple digit temperatures, Sacramento County reminds you to take steps to keep cool. The Sacramento County Public Health Officer, Dr. Kasirye, sa...
If you would like to help during emergencies such as flooding, public health events, or a hospital surge, consider training in any one of the local volunteer o...
Flood dangers do not end when the water begins to recede. Only return home if it is safe to do so. When returning home, do not attempt to drive through wate...
Sacramento County is in the midst of another round of storms that are predicted to cause more localized flooding with creeks, streams and rivers. Forecasts ha...
The evacuation advisory for residents in Tyler Island and the east section of Walnut Grove has been lifted. Repair work for the levee in Tyler Island has bee...
The Sacramento County Office of Emergency Services is downgrading the evacuation notice to an evacuation advisory for Tyler Island residents. Though...
With flood waters receding and residents eager to return to their homes it is important for the public to be aware of the current situations surrounding the i...
The Sacramento County Board of Supervisors at its meeting today, in a unanimous vote, proclaimed a local state of emergency for Sacramento County. The proclam...
January 13 Update 4:00 p.m. Update to Urgent Advisory: Glanville TrackLaguna Towne Hall Shelter will close at 8pm. However, the Red Cross will b...
UPDATE 1/11/2017, 11:30 A.M. The storms have subsided, but creeks, streams and rivers will continue to have high flows through at least Thursday, Janua...
Recent stormy weather has brought many creeks and streams back to life in Sacramento County. We certainly need the water, but the amount has ca...
With heavy rains and cold temperatures predicted, you need to prepare for a real emergency that you or your family might face in extreme weather situations. In...
With temperatures cooling, it’s a great time to review cold weather tips: Check on elderly family members, friends, or neighbors. Elderly people and those ...
As part of Flood Preparedness Week, residents are urged to prepare for a natural or human-caused disaster - events that often occur with little to no warning.&#...
With the rainy weather in the Sacramento region, as well as the increased water releases from Folsom Lake, the American River is running high and fast. Residen...
Heavy rains and gusty winds are forecast for the Sacramento region this weekend. Use the following tips to stay dry and safe and help others do the same:P...
The Sacramento County Department of Transportation (SACDOT) is prepared to provide quick response to roadway maintenance incidents that result from weather con...
Use the following tips to stay warm and dry and help others do the same. Check on elderly family members, friends, or neighbors. Elderly people and those with ...
Even in the midst of the fourth year of drought, Sacramento County is preparing for the winter season. With the National Weather Service projecting a strong El...
We’re expecting some triple digit days again this week, though the nights should be cooling off nicely. Those who are more sensitive to the heat may be at inc...
With fires burning throughout our state, there is no better time to sign up for the emergency alert system, Sacramento Alert. Notices about evacuations and othe...
With high temperatures predicted through this week in Sacramento County, those who are more sensitive to the heat may be at increased risk of heat illnesses l...
Rain and wind is predicted by the National Weather Service for the next few days. The Sacramento County Office of Emergency Services is monitoring the weather ...
Check on elderly family members, friends, or neighbors. Elderly and those with serious medical conditions are at risk. Please be sure to check in on comm...
Storms are bringing heavy winds and rains for the valleys and significant snowfall in the mountains. The Sacramento Office of Emergency Services is c...
The Sacramento County Office of Emergency Services, in partnership with Yolo and Placer emergency agencies, announces the launching of a st...
An Emergency Operations Center (EOC) is a critical component of local government response to large scale emergencies and disasters. With the remodel completed,...
We’re expecting some triple digit days this week, though the nights should be cooling off nicely. Here are a couple tips to beat the heat with the rising temp...
It’s not quite summer yet, but things are heating up in Sacramento County. Here are a couple tips to beat the heat as we get acclimated to the rising tempera...
December 11, 2013 Warming Centers for County/City, Elk Grove and Galt are Closed Based on the weather forecast, the County/City, Elk Grove and...
With night temperatures expected to drop into the upper 20s and low 30s over the next three to four days, the Sacramento Office of Emergency Services...
