Join us in celebrating the amazing work emergency medical service personnel have done for #SF over the past year. Register by May 13 to attend the 2026 EMS Awards Ceremony ➡️ bit.ly/2026EMSawards Event Details: Monday, May 18 10 - 11 a.m. Main Library - 100 Larkin St - Koret Auditorium

#Maythe4thBeWithYou on your preparedness journey. Visit sf.gov/GetReady to get started on your story. #StarWarsDay #ReadySF

Happy Jewish American Heritage Month❕ This month we celebrate the rich history and contributions of our #SF Jewish American communities and staff. We're proud to serve such a diverse city.

Happy Asian American, Native Hawaiian, & Pacific Islander Heritage Month❕ This month we celebrate the vibrant cultures and contributions of our #AANHPI communities and staff to this beautiful city. From disaster preparedness to community resilience, there's so much to honor and learn from.

2️⃣ weeks until the Ready4All Conference! We’re excited to bring together #SF community leaders and local government partners to build a safer, more prepared and more resilient future for all San Franciscans. See you soon! #PreparingTogether #ResilientTogether

We’re so excited to honor individuals who performed outstanding achievements and contributions to the #SF EMS System next month! Join us at the link below! ➡️ bit.ly/2026EMSawards Event Info: 📅 Monday, May 18, 2026 🕙 10:00 - 11:30 a.m. 📍 Main Library - 100 Larkin Street, San Francisco, CA 94102

Looking to take a chance today? Take a chance on preparedness! The first step is signing up for AlertSF to receive alerts for emergencies, major disruptions & natural disasters impacting your neighborhood through text messages, phone calls and emails.

This #EarthDay, take a moment to get ready for what's ahead. #SF has already seen extreme weather this year, and summer is around the corner.

This year for #administrativeprofessionalsday we are highlighting an integral member of our DEM leadership team - Executive Assistant Claire Reardon!

We see you, 420. Before you head out: ▫️ Plan your route (and leave the driving to Muni) ▫️ Grab an umbrella — rain in the forecast ▫️ Sign up for AlertSF: text your ZIP CODE to 888-777 ▫️ Agree on a meet-up spot with friends ▫️ Look both ways before crossing the street, every time

Rain is arriving in San Francisco and will continue through Wednesday, with isolated thunderstorms possible on Tuesday. Travel safe today. If you're driving, biking, or walking, take your time and look out for one another. Wearing bright colors can help you stand out in the rain.

Help your community prepare for the upcoming storm by clearing out storm drains and checking in with friends and family who may need assistance during extreme weather. Check your supplies and make sure you have what you need on hand: sf.gov/storms

A large, unplanned power outage is impacting the Nob Hill neighborhood. If you lose power, keep refrigerator doors closed. Food can stay safe for 4 hours in a refrigerator, 24 hours in a half-full freezer, and 48 hours in a full freezer.

The earthquake that struck at 5:12 a.m. on April 18, 1906 changed San Francisco forever — starting fires that burned much of the city to the ground and causing the greatest loss of life from a natural disaster in California history. 🧵

If a major earthquake hit #SF tomorrow … would you be ready? Tokyo Magnitude 8.0 isn’t just a story—it’s basically a “what would YOU do?” simulator.

What does it take to keep a city safe? 🚨 This #911DispatcherAppreciationWeek + 1906 Earthquake anniversary, hear from @sf-emergency.sf.gov's Mary Ellen Carroll, who leads @sfgov.sf.gov 911 ops & crisis response. 🔗 youtube.com/@SFGovTV/podcasts 🎧 Apple Podcasts & Spotify @sfgovtv.sf.gov

Tonight, Executive Director Mary Ellen Carroll joined SPUR, the Office of Resilience and Capital Planning, and the Department of Building Inspection to mark 120 years since the 1906 earthquake and discuss how San Francisco is preparing for the next one - from seismic retrofits to emergency planning.

The 2026 EMS Awards Ceremony is almost here! Register now to attend by visiting: bit.ly/2026EMSawards Event Info: Monday, May 18, 2026 10:00 - 11:30 a.m. Main Library 100 Larkin Street San Francisco, CA 94102

Make today a relaxing Sunday day in. Heavy rain expected today. Transit & traffic disruptions likely. Avoid unnecessary travel. Check on friends and family who may need assistance during the storm, especially elderly, homebound, or neighbors with disabilities.

High wind and heavy rain expected in #SF #BayArea 4PM-7PM. Secure outdoor items, avoid unnecessary travel, and prepare for possible power outages. @nws.noaa.gov

Travel safe today. If you’re driving, biking, or walking take your time and look out for one another. Wearing bright colors can help you stand out in the rain. Also, stay away from flooded areas. For more tips, visit sf.gov/readysf

Rain is in the forecast for the next few days. Remove debris and sweep up any leaves from sidewalks and storm drains to keep them from getting clogged. Call 3-1-1 for non-life threatening storm issues. Call 9-1-1 for emergencies. @nws.noaa.gov

This month we celebrate Arab American Heritage Month — honoring the history, culture, and contributions of Arab Americans in San Francisco. We're proud to serve such a diverse city.

Are you really #ReadySF ❔ Do know what disasters impact your neighborhood and identified your safe place in case of an emergency? Visit sf.gov/ReadySF to get prepared and when feel #ReadySF take a #SafePlaceSelfie where you and your family will safely wait out an emergency.

It's #WindowSafetyWeek! Here are some tips to keep your household safe: 🪟 Avoid placing furniture near windows 🪟 Do not rely on insect screens to prevent a fall 🪟 Keep children’s play away from open windows and doors Raise awareness today, prevent window falls tomorrow. #WindowSafety

Today is #AutismAwarenessDay, kicking off #AutismAcceptanceMonth. DEM better serves #SF when it has a diverse team of emergency managers to bring different perspectives and experiences to help you get ready and stay ready for emergencies. #CelebrateDifferences #AutismAcceptance

What a way to shake up Earthquake Preparedness Month 🫨 Let this be a reminder to: ▪️ Download the @myshakeapp.bsky.social to get early warning of an earthquake ▪️ Pack a Go Bag & Stay Box in case of an emergency ▪️ Drop, Cover & Hold On when the ground shakes

Get ready for the big one at sf.gov/GetReady

Hey SF, did you feel it? A M 4.9 earthquake just struck near San Jose. Don't forget to drop, cover, and hold on when shaking starts. Visit earthquake.ca.gov to learn about the My Shake App and get early warning of strong shaking.

In light of the latest forecast predicting food-based rain, DEM is releasing a new city hazard warning scale starting today. The scale is listed from highly hazardous to low impacts: 5-Sourdough Bread 4-Dungeness Crab 3-Mission Burrito 2-Cioppino 1-Dim Sum

Wishing all who celebrate a Happy Passover. Chag Sameach!

As an older adult, you may have specific needs after a disaster. Visit sf.gov/GetReady to take charge of your preparedness: ▪️ Know your local and regional risks ▪️ Develop an emergency plan and preparedness kit tailored to your unique needs

🩵 Happy Transgender Day of Visibility! 🩷 DEM recognizes today as an important opportunity to recognize the contributions of transgender individuals in our workplaces and communities.

Reported Verizon cell outage. 911 is still operational. If not able to call 911, enable wi-fi calling, connect with a friend to make calls, use text to 911, or call 415-553-8090. Do not call or text 911 to test your phone service.

Your pet may be able to alert you about earthquakes but @nws.noaa.gov is your source of truth for tsunamis.

Live Long & Prepare! Or whatever Spock said. But while we have you, visit sf.gov/tsunamis to know your risks and how to prepare. #tsunamiweek #LiveLongAndProsper

A large, unplanned power outage is impacting multiple neighborhoods and moving throughout the city. Know where to check outage updates. Visit PG&E’s Outage Center or call 1-800-743-5002 for real-time outage maps, updates, and estimated restoration times. pgealerts.alerts.pge.com

Congratulations to our March 2026 Dispatcher of the Month, Angelina Key! In January, while assigned to the radio dispatch channel monitoring the Bayview and Mission districts, Angelina received an alert about a stolen pickup truck and quickly broadcast the information citywide to begin a search.

HSH is activating a Hot Weather Protocol from March 17–20 due to forecasted high temperatures. SFHOT will increase wellness checks, share weather and shelter information, and distribute supplies to help people stay safe. More info: www.sf.gov/inclement-we...

During heat waves, open windows can be powerful natural air conditioners, but also create a fall risk. Supervise children and pets, move furniture away from open windows, and install gates if possible.

May Heat Advisory na nakataas ngayon para sa San Francisco through 8 p.m. Maaaring umabot ang mga Temperatura sa 80s sa San Francisco. Gumawa ng kaukulang mga hakbang para manatiling ligtas laban sa init ng panahon:

三藩市現正生效高溫提示 through Friday 8 p.m。三藩市全市 80s。請採取以下防暑措施： • 多飲水，並適時離開高溫環境休息 • 開窗時請注意安全，以防跌落（使用窗網或防護裝置，盡量從上方開窗，並時刻看管在窗邊的兒童） • 使用風扇促進空氣流通 • 留意鄰居情況，尤其是長者、殘疾人士及獨居人士 • 如前往海灘消暑，請留意強勁水流及極低水溫，並只在有救生員當值的地點游泳。 更多高溫安全提示及資源： sf.gov/zh-hant/extreme-heat

Advertencia de calor en vigor para San Francisco through Friday 8 p.m. Se prevén temperaturas de 80s grados en San Francisco. Tome medidas para mantenerse a salvo en el calor:

A Heat Advisory is in effect for San Francisco through Friday 8 p.m. Temps in the 80s are possible in San Francisco. Take steps to stay safe in the heat:

Some people head to beaches to cool off during hot weather. Be aware that ocean water is extremely cold and strong currents are common. Stay back from the waterline, never turn your back on the ocean, and swim only where lifeguards are present.

A large, unplanned power outage is impacting the Richmond/Sea Cliff neighborhood.

Heat Advisory in San Francisco – moderate risk of heat-related illness. Take steps to stay safe: sf.gov/heat

Coming out to watch the St. Patrick's Day Parade today? Have a fun, safe and hydrated celebration! 🍀 Sign up for AlertSF by texting your ZIP CODE to 888-777 🍀 Pack water and sunscreen 🍀 Take public transit

Many will experience a wicked temperature whiplash over the next week. 🔥 Daily record-breaking highs will be possible for the Southwest this weekend before more widespread record-breaking heat arrives next week. 🧊 A cold snap is forecast east of the Rockies, where temps will plunge 20° below normal.

#SF St. Patrick Day celebrations begin this weekend! Watch the parade, check out the activities, & celebrate safely. Text your ZIP CODE to 888-777 to sign up for emergency alerts from the city and stay hydrated.