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City siren will signal an emergency, need to seek information

When you hear the outdoor warning system, check the City's online emergency map and AC Alert for more information.

Berkeley Emergency Map

Use City’s emergency map for critical info, trusted updates

Use Berkeley’s Emergency Map online or via an app to view instant updates on evacuation and other protective actions.

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Local Health Officers Urge Bay Area Families to Prioritize Immunizations in Back-to-School Preparations

Use the return to school as a reminder to catch up on recommended vaccines for children and for everyone in your household. 

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Sign up for AC Alert for official emergency information

County emergency messaging platform is used by Berkeley to send text messages, emails and calls. Quickly getting authoritative information is the first step in an emergency.

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Weigh in on five proposed mosaic designs for City community center

Complete an online survey by August 1, 2025, to share feedback on five proposed mosaic designs for the Martin Luther King Jr. Youth Services Center.

Evacuation Time Study

Study stresses need for household fire and evacuation plans

Sign up for alerts to evacuate faster. Use Planning Tool and StoryMaps to apply study insights to your household fire weather and evacuation plans.

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Aug. 1 picnic, resource fair to support parents of young kids

Join us at George Florence Mini Park from 1-3pm. Connect with breastfeeding support and health resources. Enjoy healthy picnic food and fun activities. 

July 4th shows city view from hills

Safely celebrate July 4th – Avoid fireworks and certain hillside roads

Fireworks are illegal citywide and increase the risk of fires, wildfires. Grizzly Peak Blvd., Panoramic Way, and Prospect St. will close to non-residents.