Do not return home until authorities say it is safe. When you do return: Watch for structural damage and do not enter if the building appears unsafe Be aware of electrical hazards, avoid standing water if electrical power is still on Wear protective gear (boots, gloves, masks) when cleaning up
Evacuate immediately, if told to evacuate. Never drive around barricades. Local responders use them to safely direct traffic out of flooded areas. Do not walk, swim or drive through flood water. Turn Around. Don’t Drown! Move to higher ground if you’re in a flood-prone area. If trapped in a building, go to the highest level, … Continued
Know Your Risk for Floods Understand your property’s flood risk by checking FEMA flood maps and knowing if you’re in a flood zone. Even areas outside high-risk zones can experience flooding during severe storms. Preparing for a Flood Establish evacuation routes and a family meeting point Keep emergency contacts readily accessible Sign up for AlertMarin to receive … Continued
Public Works Main Line (415)485-3355 Police Department Dispatch (415)485-3000 American Red Cross (Marin) (415)721-2365 Pacific Gas & Electric (800)743-5000 NWS 24-hour Weather Information Line (831)656-1725
What is a “V-ditch”? A “V-Ditch” is a concrete channel that is mostly found at the base of a hill to collect drainage before the water reaches a resident’s property. That water is then channeled to a drainage box. Who is responsible to maintain “V-ditches” clear of debris? It is imperative that v-ditches are maintained … Continued
What is a storm easement? When a drainage facility can only be accessed by private property, the City is granted a storm easement over that private property — which means the City may access the drainage facility using private property. What happens if the homeowner is not around to let the City in, in the … Continued
If your property can be protected by sandbags, consider getting sand and bags BEFORE the rainy season and stockpile as many filled bags as you think you may need. Annually, from October through March, the city provide residents with sandbags and/or sand on a first-come first serve basis. Sand and Sandbags are available at the … Continued
