The California Independent System Operator’s (CAISO) statewide Flex Alert called for Friday, September 2nd from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. CAISO is the organization that manages the state’s power grid. While the Flex Alert is in effect on Friday from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m., consumers are asked to: Set thermostats to 78 degrees or … Continued
The excessive heat warning has been extended through Thursday, September 8th. The National Weather Service has issued an Excessive Heat Warning effective 11:00 AM Sunday, September 4th – 8:00 PM Tuesday, September 6th for most of the San Francisco Bay Area including the City of Sonoma and Sonoma Valley. Dangerously hot conditions with temperatures in … Continued
The National Weather Service has issued an excessive heat watch for the Bay Area including Sonoma and Sonoma Valley from the morning of Saturday, September 3rd through Tuesday, September 6th. * WHAT…Dangerously hot conditions with temperatures in the upper 90s up to 110 possible, particularly across the interior. Overnight temperatures cooling only into the 60s … Continued
The following is an announcement from the PG&E Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) is surveying distribution power lines in high fire risk areas of Sonoma and Napa counties through September. Two helicopters will be equipped with Light Detection and Ranging (LiDAR) technology. The surveys are to collect more data on PG&E’s power lines, … Continued
The National Weather Service had issued a heat advisory for much of the Bay Area including Sonoma Valley this Tuesday, August 16th from 11 AM – 8 PM due to hot conditions with temperatures of 100+ degrees possible. The hottest days are forecast to occur on Tuesday and Wednesday. Warm overnight lows are expected through … Continued
Volunteers are a critical part of disaster and emergency response. In an effort to build a cadre of community volunteers to fill vital roles during an emergency, the City of Sonoma has partnered with the Sonoma Community Center – the City’s designated Emergency Volunteer Center (EVC) as part of the City of Sonoma’s Emergency Plan … Continued
Power outages can happen for many reasons, and being prepared is an important part of your emergency plan. During wildfire season, Sonoma residents need to be prepared for the possibility of extended power outages related to Pacific Gas & Electric’s efforts to reduce wildfire risks (known as a Public Safety Power Shutoff or PSPS). Due … Continued
Summer is officially here and the temperatures are going up. It’s important to consider the effects of warmer temperatures and to take appropriate precautions to protect your health and safety during heat events. By following a few important steps, you can keep yourself, your loved ones, neighbors, and pets comfortable and safe during a heatwave: … Continued
The County of Sonoma’s official evacuation zone maps, including the City of Sonoma and incorporated Sonoma Valley, are designed to help residents be ready for any emergency that may require them to evacuate their homes. In the past, evacuation zones were different for each incident. Now zones will remain the same, and residents are urged … Continued
Temperatures are rising, grasses are drying, and fire season is near – it’s time to take measures to create defensible space around your home by managing vegetation. Proper Vegetation Management and Weed Abatement play a critical role in reducing potential fire hazards. The Sonoma Valley Fire District’s (SVFD) Annual Weed Abatement Program is in full swing … Continued
