Los Altos Hills County Fire District

09/01/2026

September is National Preparedness Month, a reminder that preparedness starts with each of us. When individuals or single households take simple steps toward preparedness, the entire community becomes safer and more resilient.

This year, we’re focusing on three important ways we can all Be Ready to:

Protect Family and Pets. Prepare supplies and a plan for every member of your household, including pets.

Support First Responders. Being prepared and self-reliant lets first responders focus their efforts where they are needed most.

Help Your Community. Prepared neighbors make stronger communities; check on those around you.

DISTRICT PROGRAMS THAT CAN HELP

Let the District Help You Be Ready! You don’t have to prepare on your own. The District offers several programs, classes, and resources to help you along the way—from our Yearly Preparedness Calendar and Be Ready, Be Prepared class series to CERT, Firewise, evacuation preparedness, and more.

Whether you’re just getting started or looking to take your preparedness to the next level, there’s a District resource to help you Be Ready, Be Prepared. LAHCFD.org

08/28/2026

High fire danger means it’s time to stay alert and be prepared.

🔥 Avoid activities that could create sparks
🎒 Have your Go Bag ready
🚗 Know your evacuation routes
📱 Stay alert for emergency notifications

A little preparation now can make a big difference.

Learn more about Red Flag Warnings and how to prepare:
https://www.lahcfd.org/preparing-for-emergencies/red-flag-warnings/

Red Flag Warning in effect from 5am Friday to 3pm Friday with isolated lightning strikes. Gusty outflow winds of 40 to 50mph with the strongest storms. Most likely area for thunderstorm activity across Central Coast and Santa Cruz Mountains. Be sure your emergency kit is ready and listen to local officials for any evacuation instructions.

08/25/2026

Alert: Emergency Alert Siren TEST at Purissima Park: August 26th

Residents of LAH,

The Town of Los Altos Hills will conduct a public demonstration and operational test of an emergency alert siren system at Purissima Park this upcoming Wednesday, August 26th. The active test is scheduled to occur from approximately 4:00 p.m. to 4:15 p.m., with a broader operational window of 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. to allow for setup, testing, and any necessary adjustments.

The demonstration is designed to evaluate the system's performance while showcasing how emergency alerts and voice messages could be delivered to the community during a public safety incident. During the testing window, residents in the surrounding area may hear a series of alert tones and voice announcements. This is only a planned test, and no action is required from the public.

If you have any questions about the test, please contact City Manager Cody Einfalt at [email protected].

Instructions: This is only a TEST

08/14/2026

Arastradero Area Residents — Check Your Mailboxes!

Preparation is underway for the Arastradero Evacuation Route Project beginning Sept. 8, 2026 by LAHCFD in partnership with the Santa Clara County FireSafe Council. Permission forms for brush trimming adjacent to the roadway on properties along the route were mailed July 31st. Your participation helps support this important wildfire safety project.

08/05/2026

August 22 - Be Ready Be Prepared: Animal Preparedness

Emergencies affect our entire household, including our animals. This class focuses on creating a pet-inclusive emergency plan that keeps pets safe, calm, and supported during evacuations, shelter-in place events, and Public Safety Power Shutoff events.

Topics Covered
-Building a personalized pet go bag (food, medications, carriers, toys, etc.)
-Creating a pet evacuation and reunification plan, including backup caregivers
-Keeping pets safe during inclement weather events and disaster situations

Presented by: the HALTER Project
Date: Saturday, August 22, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Los Altos Hills Town Hall, 26379 Fremont Rd, Los Altos Hills
Hybrid option available.
Register Here @ lahcfd.org/classes

08/01/2026

The Santa Clara County Fire Department offers the CERT Academy to train residents on disaster preparedness skills. In the event of a disaster or public safety emergency, CERT volunteers can assist their family and neighbors when first responders are not immediately available.

THIS ACADEMY IS IN SARATOGA, CALIFORNIA. 19655 Allendale Avenue, Saratoga

CERT Academy Contact:

Jennifer Ceynowa, Community Risk Specialist II

408.341.4487

[email protected]

For full details and to sign up, please visit sccfd.eventbrite.com

07/20/2026

Home Hardening & Zone 0 Class

Studies show that combining home hardening with managing the first five feet around your home can significantly reduce wildfire risk. Join us to learn practical steps to harden your home and create defensible space in Zone 0 to better protect your home from wildfire.

Event Details
Date: Saturday, July 25, 2026
Time: 10:00am-12:00pm
Location: Los Altos Hills Town Hall, 26379 Fremont Rd, Los Altos Hills Hybrid option available.

Presented by Fire Captain Paige Russell (ret.), LAHCFD Operations Project Manager

Fire Captain Russell (ret.) has worked as the Operations Project Manager for LAHCFD since 2023. Her primary responsibility is to develop and continuously improve the District’s Home Ignition Zone (HIZ) Program. Captain Russell enjoys conducting HIZ assessments because they allow her to connect directly with LAHCFD residents and meet them where they are in their journey to reduce wildfire risk. Through both the fire science and firsthand experience on large wildfire incidents, she has seen how zero-zone mitigation and home-hardening efforts can significantly reduce risk.

Register at lahcfd.org/classes

07/15/2026

Upcoming Santa Clara County Fire Department Workshop

Wildfire Preparedness Workshop.

6:00pm to 8:00pm
97 Hillview Ave
Los Altos Community Center
https://2026AugustLosAltosWUIWorkshop.eventbrite.com

There will be a 45-minute presentation, followed by time for attendees to visit the resource tables.
-Firewise Community Leaders
-Los Altos Hills County Fire District
-Los Altos Police Department
-Midpenninsula Regional Open Space District
-PG&E
-Santa Clara County Fire Department
-Santa Clara County FireSafe Council
-Santa Clara County Office of Emergency Management (OEM)
-United Policyholders

07/04/2026

Have a Happy and Safe Fourth of July

As we celebrate Independence Day, please remember that dry vegetation and warm summer conditions can significantly increase wildfire risk.

Leave fireworks to the professionals.
Use caution with grills and outdoor equipment.
Never park vehicles on dry grass.

Before heading out for the holiday, consider taking a few minutes to clear debris from around your home, review your evacuation plan, and ensure emergency alerts are enabled on your phone.

From all of us, we wish you a safe, enjoyable, and fire-safe Fourth of July!

07/04/2026

Help keep Los Altos Hills County Fire District safe this 4th of July and leave the fireworks to the professionals!

Nationwide, fireworks spark more than 31,000 fires a year. Because July is one of our driest months, our communities are at peak fire risk. You can prevent devastating fires and injuries by avoiding illegal fireworks.

Even seemingly harmless sparklers are a major hazard; they burn at temperatures between 1,200°F and 3,000°F, which is hot enough to melt metal and cause severe third-degree burns instantly. In fact, sparklers account for roughly one-quarter of all fireworks-related emergency room visits.

Please protect your neighborhood and celebrate safely. Consider attending a family-friendly community event or one of the many professional fireworks displays planned throughout Santa Clara County.

For a full list of local professional displays, visit www.sccfd.org/fireworks.

Remember to call 9-1-1 immediately if you observe an active fire or medical emergency.