Emergency & Disaster Preparedness

Get ready. Stay ready. Be MenloPrepared.

Prepare your household, business, and neighborhood before an emergency. Start with the four steps below, then explore guidance for specific hazards and needs.

Start preparing today

These four steps work together to help you prepare and stay connected. Select an icon to learn more.

Prepare for a hazard

Learn what to do before, during, and after different emergencies.

Fire hazards: wildfire and smoke preparedness

Excessive heat: extreme heat preparedness

Plan for specific needs

Adapt your plans and supplies to the people, animals, and responsibilities in your care.

Access and functional needs: disabilities and medical needs

Local resources and plans

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Together, we are MenloPrepared.

Contact Us

Brandon Bond - Emergency Preparedness Coordinator

bbbond@menlopark.gov

Emergency calls

911

Police non-emergency

650-330-6300 (including after hours)

Public Works

Fallen trees, sandbags, streets, mudslides, storm drains

650-330-6740 (Monday–Friday, 7 a.m.–4 p.m.)

Social media updates

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