Emergency Preparedness

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. Revision Date: 09/20/2007

Presentation to the City Council on Emergency Preparedness 9-13-10 Revision Date: 09/16/2010

Earthquake The degree to which the next quake will affect you is directly related to how well you have prepared for it.

Earthquake Preparedness Putting Down Roots in Earthquake Country, Your Handbook for the San Francisco Bay Region Publication Revision Date: 06/20/2007

Flood Information

100 Year Flood Map Palo Alto 100 Year Flood Map for Palo Alto Revision Date: 01/17/2010

Cleaning Up After A Flood Revision Date: 07/05/2006

Sandbag Location Map Download the Sandbag Location Map to view the locations of City and Water District sponsored sites. Revision Date: 08/31/2011

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. Revision Date: 05/01/2007

Pandemic Flu Information at http://www.pandemicflu.gov/ One-stop access to U.S. Government swine, avian and pandemic flu information. Revision Date: 04/27/2009

Pandemic Flu Planning Checklist for Individuals and Families Prepare for an influenza pandemic now. This checklist will help you gather the information and resources you may need in case of a flu pandemic. Revision Date: 05/01/2007

Santa Clara County Health Department Presentation to City Council Revision Date: 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. Revision Date: 04/28/2009

Your Guide To Preparing for Pandemic Flu Revision Date: 05/01/2007