City of Berkeley

The Berkeley Scanner shares select public safety updates from the city of Berkeley as public service announcements. Read more from the COB at https://berkeleyca.gov.

Here's how to get ready for extreme heat in Berkeley

In the days ahead, check on people living alone and watch for signs of heat illness.

Berkeley July 4th safety tips: Avoid fireworks, hillside roads

Certain streets will be closed July Fourth with access limited mostly to residents. Details here.

Help Berkeley prepare for natural hazards and disasters

The Local Hazard Mitigation Plan identifies hazards Berkeley faces and prioritizes actions that reduce risks. Find out how to get involved.

Berkeley Fire Ready Fest comes to Live Oak Park on Sunday

With activities for all ages, Fire Ready Fest will have interactive games and demos to teach practical tips to prepare your home and family for fires.

Berkeley will now play 'wailing siren tone' in emergencies

Berkeley's new outdoor warning system will advise about emergency action, which would differ depending on the disaster.