The Palo Alto Office of Emergency Services would like to take this opportunity to remind our neighbors, constituents and friends that:
While most disasters are unpredictable, preparations to lessen their effect are critical
The typical time for outside assistance to reach an impacted area is 72 to 96 hours, if reasonable access to the area exists All households should maintain a stock of emergency supplies that will last a minimum of 72 hours. The most important of these emergency supplies will be drinking water. (One gallon, per person, per day)
Establish a meeting point for your family and an out of area phone contact for coordination and information
Become active in Palo Alto's Neighborhood Disaster Activities (PANDA). This is our Community Emergency Response Team (CERT). This course certifies you as a team member that will augment professional responders in the event of a disaster
For emergency preparedness information or to register for a class, call the Office of Emergency Services at 650-617-3197
H1N1 Information and FAQs We know people are concerned about the H1N1 flu situation and we share that concern. At this early stage of this outbreak, there is a lot of uncertainty and the situation remains very fluid. [more]
Terrorism Information Recognizing the need to prepare, City departments work hand-in-hand with state and federal agencies in the event of a terrorist incident. [more]
City of Palo Alto Emergency Operations Plan The City of Palo Alto has prepared this Emergency Operations Plan in an effort to ensure the most effective and economical use of all resources (material and personnel) for the maximum benefit and protection of the City's population in time of emergency. Item Dated: 09/20/2007
Sandbag Location Map Download the Sandbag Location Map to view the locations of City and Water District sponsored sites. Item Dated: 09/24/2009
Panda These files will familiarize you with the Palo Alto Neighborhood Disaster Activities (PANDA) organization and activities.
Panda / Classes - 2010 Training Calendar The PANDA Course is free to Palo Alto Residents. If you would like to register, please call the Fire Department's Office of Emergency Services at 650-617-3197. You must attend all 6 modules of a Course to graduate. Item Dated: 11/10/2009
Pandemic Flu Planning Checklists The guides, below, include basic information about pandemic flu, individual and family preparedness, as well as where you can get more information.
Business Pandemic Influenza Planning Checklist This checklist identifies important, specific activities large businesses can do now to prepare, many of which will also help you in other emergencies. Item Dated: 05/01/2007
Swine Flu - Frequently Asked Questions We know people are concerned about the swine flu situation and we share that concern. View these frequently asked questions for more information. Item Dated: 04/28/2009
