Emergency & Disaster Preparedness

Get Ready. Stay Ready. Be #MenloPrepared.

Emergencies can happen at any time. The best way to protect your family, home, and business is to prepare before disaster strikes.

Preparedness is a team effort. When residents, businesses, and City government work together, our entire community becomes stronger and more resilient.

Start today:

Make a Plan – Know how you will communicate, evacuate, and reunite.
Build a Kit – Have enough supplies to be self-sufficient for at least 72 hours.
Stay Informed – Sign up for emergency alerts and follow official updates.
Help Your Neighbors – Check in on those who may need extra assistance.

Taking simple steps now can save lives, reduce injuries, protect property, and speed recovery.

Don’t wait for the next emergency.
Take action today — and together we’ll stay #MenloPrepared.

Contact Us

Brandon Bond - Emergency Preparedness Coordinator

bbbond@menlopark.gov

Emergency calls

911

Police non-emergency

650-330-6300
(including after hours)

Public Works

Fallen trees, sandbags, streets, mudslides, storm drains

650-330-6780
(Monday–Friday, 7 a.m.–4 p.m.)

Social media updates

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