Disaster preparedness

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 first responders take active shooter 'master class'

The Berkeley Fire Department secured a $60,000 grant through the Department of Homeland Security to organize the event.

UPDATE: 4,600 Berkeley customers lost power Sunday

As of 8:30 p.m., power to most households had been restored, according to the PG&E outage map.

Magnitude 3.7 earthquake at SFO shakes Berkeley

The quake had a depth of about 8.1 miles, according to the U.S. Geological Service.

Red flag warning in Berkeley Hills this weekend

The city of Berkeley has advised hills residents to "be ready to evacuate," adding, "Everyone should take precautions to prevent fires."

Magnitude 4.2 earthquake near Isleton felt in Berkeley

The quake occurred at 9:29 a.m. with a depth of about 6.7 miles, according to the U.S. Geological Service.

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.