Full Notification

Alameda County Office of Emergency Services, in partnership with local cities throughout Alameda County, will conduct a regional Alert and Warning Exercise on May 12, 2026.

Over the past several months, Alameda County and partner jurisdictions have worked together to update emergency notification procedures, improve message templates, integrate current technologies, and incorporate lessons learned and best practices from recent disasters throughout California and the nation.

This collaborative exercise will allow emergency personnel and authorized message senders to rehearse the use of emergency notification systems and strengthen coordination between local agencies before the upcoming summer and fire season. Residents may also receive additional preparedness messaging from their local city or agency as part of this coordinated effort.

Preparedness is a shared responsibility. As local governments continue to strengthen emergency readiness capabilities, residents are encouraged to take time to prepare themselves and their families for emergencies by:

• Making an emergency plan
• Building or updating an emergency supply kit
• Reviewing evacuation routes and emergency contacts
• Going to ACAlert.org to sign up for emergency notifications

For disaster preparedness information and guidance, please visit:
https://www.ready.gov/plan

Thank you for helping Alameda County build a more prepared and resilient community.