Hot weather in #SF today! Temps are higher than usual. Limit prolonged outdoor activity, drink water, take shade breaks, and check on vulnerable neighbors & family members. If you open windows, make sure screens or guards are secure, and keep children & pets away from open windows. sf.gov/heat

⚠️ Heat Advisory for @sfgov.sf.gov today 11 AM–7 PM via National Weather Service BayArea. Temps may reach mid–upper 80s. Stay safe: 💧Drink water 🪟 Open windows safely 🤝 Check on neighbors 🏛️ Visit cool spaces (libraries, malls, centers) ➡️ sf.gov/heat @sf-emergency.sf.gov @sffdpio.bsky.social

Mark the #FirstDayofFall as a day to check how #ReadySF you are. Start your Autumn more prepared. sf.gov/ReadySF ✔️ Still signed up for AlertSF? ✔️ Batteries in your smoke & carbon monoxide detectors fresh? ✔️ Food & water in your kit still safe to eat?

What if the lights go out, will you be #ReadySF? Readiness starts at home with these power outage essentials you can add to your stay-box: 📻 Battery-powered radio 🔦 Flashlights & extra batteries 🔋 Portable charger for phones 🥫 Non-perishable foods

Disasters are costly but preparing for them doesn’t have to be. Taking time to prepare now can help save money and give you peace of mind when the next disaster or emergency occurs. Visit Ready.gov’s free and no-cost tip page for more information at ready.gov/financialpreparedness

Hoy comienza el Mes de la Herencia Hispana. Este mes nos tomamos un tiempo para celebrar la historia, las tradiciones y la cultura de los hispanoamericanos. Nos enorgullece servir a una ciudad con comunidades tan diversas.

Sign up for emergency alerts from AlertSF by texting your zip code to 888-777. AlertSF will send alerts for air quality, police, fire & medical emergencies in your neighborhood, major disruptions & natural disasters.

Emergencies can happen fast, and you may be able to save a life by getting trained to help people in need. #SF offers a variety of free and low-cost disaster preparedness trainings to help you build lifesaving skills and confidence before a crisis. Learn more at sf.gov/GetReady

Today's Prep Tip: Keep an emergency contact card in your kid's backpack. Include an out of state contact - often easier to reach during local emergencies. Make sure the kids know who it is and practice with them on when to call. #ReadySF #PreparednessStartsAtHome #NPM2025

When emergencies happen, it’s your neighbors, local organizations, and community networks who are often the first to help. Know who to call when you need help: ☎️ Friends & family: to reconnect ☎️ Out-of-area contact: to check in ☎️ 311: non-emergencies ☎️ 911: life-threatening emergencies

What if we had a severe storm that led to serious flooding? Is your home #ReadySF? Prepare now: 🌧️ Sign up for Alerts (Text your zip code to 888-777) 🌧️ Make a plan 🌧️ Gather supplies Know your risks and what disasters could affect #SF: sf.gov/ReadySF

Let's make today National Preparedness Month Check Up Day! Check up on your emergency supplies such as smoke detectors, check flashlights, rotate portable chargers. Small actions = BIG preparedness. #PreparednessStartsAtHome #NPM2025

Join us in congratulating Edward Chung, our September Dispatcher of the Month! On August 13, 2025, Edward managed radio communications for a high-risk pursuit of an armed suspect that spanned multiple neighborhoods and the highway.

Making a plan early helps you reduce stress and save time and money. Follow #ReadySF's 5 easy steps and create a free Family Emergency Plan quickly and easily at sf.gov/GetReady #NPM2025 #PreparednessStartsAtHome

To be prepared is to be in the know. Are you signed up for emergency alerts? Start with signing up for #AlertSF. Text your ZIPCODE to 888-777 to receive real-time emergency alerts in #SF. 📲 sf.gov/AlertSF #NPM2025 #ReadySF #PreparednessStartsAtHome

Together we can help all San Franciscans prepare for natural disasters. Help your family, friends and neighbors by staying in touch, being a resource and supporting their preparedness journey. When you get done scrolling call someone and ask … Are you #ReadySF? #NPM2025 #preparednessstartsathome

Get back to the essentials of preparedness. A big part of preparing is building up your community so that you have a network to turn to in times of crisis. ▪️ Know who on your block you can turn to for help & offer to help ▪️ Work together to ensure your neighborhood is safe & informed

BART has no BART service this morning due to a computer equipment problem. This map shows transit options to get to S.F.

Build a go bag & stay box with your kid and teach them when to use each one during an emergency. sf.gov/GetReady #NPM2025 #ReadySF #PreparednessStartsAtHome

Build a go-bag and stay box with all the essentials you might need, so you don’t have to scramble in an evacuation situation. Find a list of supplies at sf.gov/GetReady #NPM2025 #ReadySF #PreparednessStartsAtHome

Know what disasters and emergencies could happen in #SF. This helps you and your family figure out what you need to do to stay safe. Make a plan with all risks in mind. sf.gov/EmergencyPlan #NationalPreparednessMonth #ReadySF #PreparednessStartsAtHome

The single most important thing in disaster planning is making sure your pet is identified properly. A microchip is a permanent form of identification. It is easily scanned by any shelter or veterinarian and your information, your vet’s information, and your emergency contacts can be linked to it.

If you stay ready, you don’t have to get ready. Sign up for emergency alerts from AlertSF by texting your zip code to 888-777. AlertSF will send alerts for air quality, police, fire & medical emergencies in your neighborhood, major disruptions & natural disasters. #AlertSF #ReadySF

We all have responsibilities for our families, pets, neighbors and communities. By taking steps now, you can be in control of both your safety and those you care about before, during and after a disaster.

National Preparedness Month is a great time to take small steps to make a big difference in being prepared.

Most of the U.S. is getting a nice break this Labor Day weekend from the summer heat, but there are some exceptions – mainly in the west. Check out what's in store for you this weekend at weather.gov.

If you’re coming to San Francisco to beat the heat in the rest of the Bay Area, remember that riptides and sneaker waves can make our beaches dangerous places to swim. We recommend avoiding the water, especially on crowded days.

Congratulations to retired Public Safety Communications Dispatcher Cathy Chin!

A pet preparedness kit is the luck your dog needs in an emergency!

Today is #WomensEqualityDay❕ A Day designated by Congress in 1973 to commemorate the 1920 certification of the 19th Amendment granting women the right to vote. We want to recognize and celebrate the women of DEM and their work serving the city no matter what barriers they may face.

Celebrating National Park Service #FoundersDay at one of the national parks in #SF? Make a plan before you go - if you're with a group designate a meeting place in case you get separated. 🏞️ sf.gov/EmergencyPlan

When disaster strikes, we come together to help each other. Getting prepared is about knowing your neighbors, saying hi to the regulars at the local market, and staying in touch with family and friends. Learn more at sf.gov/ReadySF

If you’re coming to #SF to beat the heat in the rest of the Bay Area, remember that riptides and sneaker waves can make our beaches dangerous places to swim. We recommend avoiding the water, especially on crowded days. The powerful currents can sweep even the strongest swimmer away from shore.

There’s a lot of folklore out there about what do during an earthquake. When the ground shakes: Drop, Cover & Hold On! Learn more about how you can prepare and stay safe at sf.gov/earthquake.

Congratulations to the Karen Colindres, August Dispatcher of the Month❕

In parts of #TheBay it’ll be hella hot. Look out for each other, call 911 if someone: - Has red, hot, dry skin without sweating - Is confused, delirious, or hallucinating - Is dizzy, unconscious, or unresponsive - Has a fever (103°F or higher) - Has difficulty breathing, headache, & nausea

A picture is worth a thousand words. Take a current photograph of your pet in case you get separated during a disaster. #PetPreparedness 📸

When disaster strikes, we come together to help each other. Getting prepared is about knowing your neighbors, saying hi to the regulars at the local market, and staying in touch with family and friends. Be your community humanitarian and learn how to get connected at sf.gov/GetReady

Happy 1st week of school #SF! While we are stocking up on school supplies & filling out this year's student emergency contact forms, it's a great time to talk about your family's emergency plan, including where to meet & who will be your out of area contact. Visit sf.gov/ReadySF to get started.

Heading to the Golden Gate Park Concerts in #SF today? Stay informed! Text GGPC to 888-777 for real-time public safety notifications from the Department of Emergency Management.

New school year, new backpack essentials: notebooks, pencils… and a flashlight? Back-to-school is the perfect time to check your go bag/stay box and add emergency supplies to your shopping list. Tips and supply checklists here: sf.gov/GetReady

Gusty winds today along the coast - secure outdoor furniture and remember that winds may result in downed trees or branches.

Make #NationalFinancialAwarenessDay your yearly reminder to check in on your financial preparedness. Store important documents either in a safety deposit box, an external drive or on the cloud to make it easy to access during a disaster. More tips ➡️ ready.gov/financial-preparedness

We’re ready for it! Sf.gov/readysf

I think your pet is trying to tell you something. Get them 🦎 #ReadySF by visiting sf.gov/GetReady 🦎

Can we please have fun, safely? It's almost concert time so don't wait, register for real-time emergency alerts about event related disruptions, public safety, and weather from the city. Just text GGPC to 888-777 and we'll keep you informed. 🎸sf.gov/alertsf

The Golden Gate Park Concerts are back on Friday with Zach Bryan! As you start planning, sign up to receive real-time alerts from AlertSF by texting GGPC to 888-777. 🎸 sf.gov/alertsf

Make sure everyone in your family is ready in the event of an emergency. Ready.gov offers resources to ensure that every member of your family knows what to do in the event of an emergency ready.gov/kids