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Winter storms in San Francisco
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Winter storms in San Francisco

Learn how you can plan, prepare, and protect yourself and your property from winter storms.

Prepare for a storm
Find safety tips to help you have a safe winter and protect yourself and your property.
Learn how you can prepare for a storm

Get free sandbags
SF residents and businesses can get up to 10 free sandbags before and during severe storms.
Get free sandbags

Check the flood risk map
Enter your address in the searchable Flood Map and check if your property is in a flood risk zone.
Check if your property is at flood risk

Park closures
Avoid visiting parks during storms. Strong gusts can topple trees and snap limbs, and flooding may happen.

Get help
Report all non-life threatening storm-related issues to 311. Help us keep 911 available for life and safety emergencies.
Visit the 311 Customer Service Center

Sign up for storm updates
Text your zip code to 888-777 to get emergency text message alerts about the storms. Stay informed and keep yourself safe.

Tips to stay safe during a storm
- Avoid using candles during power outages to prevent fire hazards. Use flashlights or head lamps instead.
- Avoid lower elevation streets, drainage channels, and other areas that may flood.
- Avoid driving during heavy rains and winds.
- Check on friends and family who may need help during the storm (especially elderly, homebound, or neighbors with disabilities).
Resources
Before the storm
During the storm