An update to this message has been issued.
Be prepared for the “River of Rain” that is heading our way 
The national weather service is calling this weekends rain fall an “Atmospheric River” and a once in 5-25-year storm. What does that mean? A whole lot of rain. That being said, we are reaching out to everyone to make sure you and your family have the resources to be prepared. The City of San Mateo Public Works Department have arranged two locations where you can get sandbags. They will be located at the Waste Water Treatment Plant, 2050 Detroit Drive, and our San Mateo Corp Yard, 1949 Pacific Boulevard. Keep in mind that it is self serve, so if you can bring a neighbor, friend, family member or body builder it would be helpful.
During the storm if there is any concern for public safety, i.e. tree down, electrical pole concerns, major flooding, etc. please don’t hesitate to call us- 911 for emergencies and 650-522-7700 for non-emergencies. If there is a power outage, please call PG&E- 1800-743-5000/ Outage info 1800-743-5002.
Otherwise, batten down the hatches and enjoy a quiet weekend of board games, movies, and family time!
ADDITIONAL CONTACTS
Public Works Sand Bag Hotline: 650-522-7299
National Weather Service: http://www.wrh.noaa.gov/FXC/wxstory.php?wfo=mtr
SMPD: 911/ 650-522-7700
PG&E: 1800-743-5000/ Outage info 1800-743-5002
Address/Location
San Mateo, CA Police Department
200 Franklin Pkwy
San Mateo, CA 94403
Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 650-522-7700
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