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How to get ready for emergencies in San Francisco
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How to get ready for emergencies in San Francisco
You’re more prepared than you think!
Taking steps to get ready and stay ready can save your life and protect your loved ones during an emergency or natural disaster. Use the ReadySF resources to help you take action and plan ahead.
1. Sign up for AlertSF
The best way to start is to sign up for AlertSF emergency alerts, it’s easy! Text your ZIP Code to 888-777, or sign up at alertsf.org.
Learn more about AlertSF
2. Make a plan
An emergency plan is all about keeping in contact with the people most important to you and deciding on a safe place to meet up. One plan can get you through many emergencies. Start making your plan today.
Make your emergency plan
3. Gather supplies
Most of what you’ll need in an emergency are everyday household items you already have. The key to being prepared is keeping things in safe, easy-to-reach places and making sure you have essentials like water and food.
Use the supplies checklist
4. Get connected
A big part of preparing is building up your community so that you have a network to turn to in times of crisis.
Resources to build connections
5. Get Trained
Learn more and get even better prepared by signing up for upcoming trainings with ReadySF partners, including SFFD's Neighborhood Emergency Response Teams (NERT).
Explore training options