In a disaster, local officials and relief workers cannot reach everyone immediately; help may not arrive for hours or days. You and your family — especially members with access and functional needs — should be prepared ahead of time because you won’t have time to shop or search for the supplies you will need when a disaster strikes.
Alerts & Warnings
View our slideshow presentation for information on how to receive critical emergency alerts, where to find trusted, up-to-date information during a disaster, and additional preparedness and communication tips.
Take a Class
Please see our Preparedness Classes page or our calendar for classes being offered by LAHCFD and Santa Clara County Fire Department.
Did you miss our Be Prepared for Wildfire presentation?
Fire Captain Denise Gluhan presented on Wildfire Preparedness in Los Altos Hills and covered topics including:
- Defensible Space and Home Ignition Zones
- Red flag warnings and emergency alerts
- Making a plan and packing “go bags”
Check out the Be Prepared for Wildfire slideshow and recording
Santa Clara County Fire Department – Ready, Set, Go!
Ready, Set, Go! is an emergency preparedness program from the Santa Clara County Fire Department, which focuses on preparing your home, yourself, and your family for wildfires, providing steps to follow if evacuation becomes necessary, and what to do if you become trapped.
Ways to Get Involved
Fire and Disaster Preparedness Resources
- Santa Clara County Fire Department
- National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)
- USGS – Putting Down Roots in Earthquake Country (about this guide)
- USGS – Protecting Your Family From Earthquakes—The Seven Steps to Earthquake Safety (about this guide SAMPLE)
- Fire Safety & Prevention Checklist (from “This Old House”)
- Make Your Home Garden More Fire Resilient-Resources