EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS
All residents served by San Mateo Consolidated Fire Department (SMCFD) should prepare for all types of emergencies or hazards; including: earthquakes, winter storms, pandemics/flus, etc.
Browse our Emergency Preparedness section to learn how you can prepare your home and family for any emergency.

Links to Other Helpful Emergency Preparedness Information:
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American College of Emergency Physicians - Patient-specific emergency information form for children with special healthcare needs.
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American Red Cross - Learn more about your local American Red Cross
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BAAQMD.gov - Learn more on wildfire safety and air quality with resources from the Bay Area Air Quality Management District
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DisabilityDisasterAccess.org - Assisting Individuals with Disabilities and Older Adults in Disaster Readiness and Recovery
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CDC.gov - Checklist of items to include in an emergency kit for families with children and youth with special healthcare needs
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RAND.org - Comprehensive guide to implementing evidence-based public health interventions in emergency preparedness.
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Ready.gov - Learn how to Prepare, Plan, and Stay Informed from the US Dept. of Homeland Security
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SF72.org - You’ll find information about what to do in an emergency, simple steps to get connected, and useful guides to help you get prepared
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SMC ALERT - Register your information to receive important alerts from San Mateo County's Community Alert System
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SMCReady - Disaster Preparedness Information for San Mateo County