How long have you been involved with CERT and what interested you in joining? I have been a CERT member since 2016. I first became interested in becoming a CERT witnessing my neighbors as they performed CERT training exercises once or twice a year as they did neighborhood surveys simulating their work after a disaster. […]
CERT Member Spotlight: Bridget Coughran
Are you prepared for a Red Flag Warning?
A Red Flag Warning indicates an increased risk of fire danger due to a combination of warm temperatures, very low humidity, and either sustained winds or frequent gusts of 25 mph or more for at least three hours in a 12-hour period, with regional variations influenced by wind speed, humidity, and ground dryness. What’s the […]
Stay Safe: Take Action During Wildfire Preparedness Week!
California recognizes Wildfire Preparedness Week from May 5-11. Ensuring everyone’s safety requires proactive steps. Here are some essential measures to prepare for emergencies, not just during this week but year-round: Sign up for alerts: Register at alertscc.org to receive timely updates and notifications during emergencies. Make a plan: Sit down with your family and neighbors […]
Elena-Fremont Area Evacuation Project
Black Mountain-Purissima Area Evacuation Route Project
Robleda-Burke Evacuation Route Project
County of Santa Clara Launches New Website
SANTA CLARA COUNTY, CALIF.–Today, the County of Santa Clara enters a new digital era that gets us closer to the people we serve. The launch of a new County website will open the door for the residents of Santa Clara County to better connect with us. Effective today, the SantaClaraCounty.gov domain will replace SCCGOV.org. You […]
Magdalena-Summerhill Community Meeting
Community Meeting: Magdalena-Summerhill Evacuation Route Project Please join our virtual meeting Wednesday, October 11th at 7:00pm. You can learn about the project and have your questions answered. Click here to join the zoom meeting.
Mora Ravensbury Evacuation Route Project
Mora Ravensbury Evacuation Route Project has been completed. For more information, see the Santa Clara County FireSafe Council project page.