Emergency Readiness

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Being ready for an emergency helps keep everyone in Salinas safe. This page gives you simple steps and resources to help prepare for things like storms, earthquakes, and other unexpected events. You will find easy tips, checklists, and tools to help you and your family stay ready.
In a real emergency, we will update this page with the latest information and helpful resources.

Be Ready

This section shares what you should get ready for right now. This information will change as needed. For example, during a heat wave or wildfire smoke event, this section will show tips for those hazards instead.

Current Focus: El Niño and Storm Readiness

  • Learn how to get your home ready for heavy rain.
  • Find simple steps to stay safe during floods or strong winds.
  • See what supplies you should have on hand.
  • Know where to go if you need help.
 

 

Be in the Know

This section gives you quick links to trusted partners who share real‑time updates and resources. These links help you find important information fast.

Alerts

Local Resources & Information

Traffic

Utilities

Weather

 

General Resources

This section gives you clear, everyday tips, checklists, and information to help you get ready for any emergency from the City and partner organizations. These resources stay the same and are helpful all year long.

Build a Kit (Go Bag)

Make a Plan

Stay Informed

Here are quick links to frequently used resource pages:

Alerts

Alerts & News from the City: salinas.gov/alerts

Alert Monterey County: salinas.gov/alert-mc

Traffic

CHP Traffic Incidents: salinas.gov/chp-traffic

Caltrans Traffic/Road Closures: salinas.gov/caltrans-traffic

Monterey County Traffic Advisories: salinas.gov/mcroads

Utilities

Calwater Salinas Alerts: salinas.gov/calwater-alerts

PG&E Outage Map: salinas.gov/pge-outage

Weather

National Weather Service Bay Area: salinas.gov/nws

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