Walnut Creek CERT

09/03/2019

Join us for this very important 2nd Saturday Spotlight all about preparing for an emergency on Sat. Sept 14, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM. CERT will present valuable information along with the City of Walnut Creek - City Hall and Contra Costa County Fire Protection District. RSVP for this FREE event: https://www.eventbrite.com/o/city-of-walnut-creek-17250324884

07/01/2019

Get ready for future PG&E Public Safety Power Shutoffs. Gardens at Heather Farm, Camellia Room

PG&E is hosting a series of two-hour regional open houses throughout our service area for anyone who is interested in learning more about our Community Wildfire Safety Program.

12/14/2018

Listen now to the CPUC's Public Safety Power Shutoffs Workshop - help protect our most vulnerable communities from fire in the future

12/14/2018 @ 9:30 am - 12:30 pm - Join the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) for a public safety power shutoffs on Friday December 14, 2018 from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in Santa Rosa. Utilities have the authority to shut off power in order to protect public safety under high fire risk condi...

04/25/2018

A new fire engine was recently added to the Walnut Creek's fleet. See how CERT is working with the Contra Costa County Fire Protection District to keep the community safe!

01/04/2018

If you are feeling shaky about the earthquake, it's time to get prepared! Join our upcoming CERT classes www.walnut-creek.org/cert

10/11/2017

Due to the extremely unhealthy air quality from the wildfires, Clarke and Larkey pools will be closed as of 1:00 pm Wednesday, Oct. 11. Please check www.walnut-creek.org/NorCalFires for updates.

Bay Area Air Quality Management District (BAAQMD) has issued a smoke advisory and a health advisory due to the unprecedented levels of air pollution in the Bay Area. Much of our region is expected to exceed national health standards for particulate matter pollution. To see real time air quality readings in your area, visit: http://bit.ly/2zfPXxv Air quality in your area may change depending on current wind conditions, so check http://bit.ly/2zfPXxv throughout the day.

Tips to protect yourself and others:

• Limit outdoor activities to avoid unnecessary exposure if you smell smoke. Given the current poor air quality in West Contra Costa County, all residents are urged to avoid strenuous outdoor activities.
• Set home and work air conditioning units and car vent systems to re-circulate air in order to prevent outside air from being drawn inside. If you can't set the system on recirculate, then shut it down and keep windows and doors closed, if possible.
• Reduce exposure to smoky air by staying indoors with windows and doors closed, if possible.
• Check local media for changes in smoke or weather conditions.
• Don't add to the air pollution -- avoid wood burning, gasoline lawn mowing, and barbecuing; and minimize your driving, if possible.

A few tips about masks:

• The surgical and dust masks available at hardware stores are not effective to protect against the particulate matter from the smoke.
• If you need to be outside frequently, you can buy an N-95 mask, which can provide some level of protection if properly worn. They must fit tight on your face (tightly sealed around your nose and mouth). They are not suitable for children. Once you take them off, the inside of the mask gets contaminated and you need to use a new one.
• If you have a respiratory issue, don't automatically use an N-95 mask since they can restrict the flow of air and make it hard for you to breathe. Check with your health provider first.

10/11/2017

Currently, Walnut Creek CERT has not been activated to assist the Northern California Wildfires. However, individuals may choose to volunteer for another responding organization, such as Red Cross or the Salvation Army. In such a case, they are volunteering as an individual, not as a CERT member. Please visit the City of Walnut Creek - City Hall resource page for list of nonprofits seeking donations and volunteer opportunities: www.walnut-creek.org/NorCalFires

09/19/2017

Help CERT and give back to Walnut Creek during Community Service Day on Saturday, October 14! You can sign up to improve our community's emergency preparedness or volunteer for one of the many other good causes at http://www.walnut-creek.org/csd.

Give back to Walnut Creek during Community Service Day on Saturday, October 14! Help Walnut Creek CERT improve our community's emergency preparedness or sign up for one of the many other good causes at http://www.walnut-creek.org/csd.

09/13/2017

Looking forward to seeing everyone tonight at the Walnut Creek CERT Annual Meeting 6:30 pm at Shadeland's Auditorium - it's not to late to RSVP

Join us at our Annual Walnut Creek CERT Meeting for a fun and informative update. We will hear from our new City Manager Dan Buckshi, Police Chief Thomas Chaplin, and other officials on all the wonderful contributions made by our CERTs as well as other program updates. This is a great opportunity to...

09/01/2017

Heads up Walnut Creek! Let your neighbors know, especially any elderly or vulnerable folks!

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Stay cool, Walnut Creek! The National Weather Service is predicting extreme heat this upcoming weekend. Please stay hydrated and out of the sun. Civic Park Community Center is designated as the official cooling station during the extreme heat advisory. Enjoy air conditioning, free WiFi and ice water from 10 am to 9 pm Friday, Sept 1 - Sunday Sept 3 and 12 pm - 9 pm on Monday Sept 4.

07/26/2017

Tomorrow night folks! Please share with your neighbors and friends!

Walnut Creek Police and the Contra Costa County Fire Protection District will be conducting a training drill at Broadway Plaza on July 26 from 10 p.m. – 2 a.m. Smoke and loud bangs will be seen and heard during training.