Below is information in preparation for and during a storm. For forecasts, please visit the National Weather Service website at www.weather.gov.

How to Prepare:

• We encourage residents to check your surroundings, and help remove leaves and other debris around storm drains and other areas if you can do so safely. This helps minimize potential flooding. 
• Sandbags are available at the Albany Fire Station, 1000 San Pablo Avenue. Sand for self-serve sandbags is available at Ocean View Park, 900 Buchanan Street. Please travel safely.
• Visit www.ready.gov for information on storm preparedness.
• Subscribe to AC Alert to receive City of Albany emergency alerts: www.acgov.org/emergencysite. Need help subscribing? Learn more: www.readyalbany.org/acalert-signup-help.

During a Storm, Please Avoid:

• Traveling unless necessary.
• Creeks and other areas that may flood.
• Forested areas around trees and branches.
• Downed power lines. Assume all downed lines are energized. Report any downed lines by calling 911, then notify PG&E by calling 1-800-743-5000. Do not touch or drive over a downed power line

Who to Contact:

• Call 911 for life/safety emergencies, such as downed power lines.
• Visit www.albanyca.org/service-request to make service requests online.

Information Resources:

• National Weather Service: www.weather.gov – for updated weather forecasts and warnings
• PG&E: www.pge.com – for current service outage information
• Alameda County: How to Prepare for Winter Storms