Emergencies
County of Santa Clara Launches Innovative New 911 Nurse Navigator Pilot Program
Residents in the South County and West Valley communities who call the 911 emergency hotline for medical assistance but do not need in-person response are now able to access an innovative new Nurse Navigator Program that connects them to a medical professional specially trained to triage callers to the correct services.
Warming Centers Open Today in Santa Clara County as Another Atmospheric River Brings More Rain and Wind to the Region
Warming centers are open as another atmospheric river moves through the region, bringing high winds that can down trees and lead to power outages, particularly over the Santa Cruz Mountains, East Bay Hills and Diablo Range.
County Residents Urged to Report Property Damage that Occurred as a Result of March Storms
The Bay Area has been hit by a series of atmospheric rivers that have caused extensive damage. To help community members recover, the County is collecting damage information from residents for submittal to the California Office of Emergency Services and the Federal Emergency Management Agency.
Flood Watch and High Wind Warning in Effect Monday Night through Wednesday Morning
The U.S. National Weather Service has issued a Flood Watch and High Wind Warning for the Bay Area from March 13 to March 15. Another atmospheric river is expected to bring more rain, strong winds, and flooding.
Flood Watch Issued for Bay Area Starting Thursday afternoon through Sunday Morning
The U.S. National Weather Service has issued a Flood Watch for the entire Bay Area from March 9 to March 12. An atmospheric river is expected to bring a number of hazards to the region and people are encouraged to start taking precautions now for the multiday event.
Warming Centers Now Open Through Wednesday with Winter Weather Advisory in Effect
The U.S. National Weather Service issued Winter Weather Advisory for the mountain zones in the Bay Area region, including the South Bay. Another storm system arrives today, with impacts lingering through late week.
Report Damages to Property that Occurred During Storms from late December through January
The January winter storms brought widespread heavy rain, flooding and strong winds to Santa Clara County, causing damages including flooding and mudslides across the region. The County continues to gather damage information from residents for submittal to the Federal Emergency Management Agency to help community members recover from the extreme weather event.
