01/07/2023
Union City Storm Preparedness Tips
• Avoid traveling and any unnecessary trips.
• Avoid driving through a flooded road.
• If you are in danger of flooding, move to higher ground immediately.
• Be ready and tell family, friends, and neighbors to evacuate, if needed.
• Pack a go pack with important documents, medicine, spare clothes, and any other essential items (see below).
• Charge any devices and have battery-operated flashlights handy. Do not use candles, due to the risk of fire.
• Report downed trees, flooding, and other storm-related issues by calling the Police Non-Emergency Dispatch at (510) 471-1365, option #3.
• Report downed power lines to PG&E: https://www.pge.com/en_US/safety/electrical-safety/what-to-do-if-you-see-a-downed-power-line/what-to-do-if-you-see-a-downed-power-line.page and call 9-1-1.
Sandbags
Union City residents or business owners who feel their homes or businesses are at risk of flooding can pick up sandbags at the City’s Corporation Yard, 34650 7th Street, Union City, during regular business hours. Each resident may be issued up to five (5) bags. Verification of residence may be required.
Sandbags are also available at Fire Station 31, 33555 Central Avenue, Union City.
Warming Locations
The Mark Green Sports Center, 31224 Union City Boulevard, Union City, is open for visitors to keep warm during regular business hours from 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM on Saturday and Sunday.
For additional facilities throughout the County, including warming locations to stay dry, visit: https://www.acgov.org/emergencysite/guidance.htm.
Stay Informed:
Opt into AC Alert, the Alameda County emergency alert system. AC Alert is a free, easy, and confidential way for anyone to receive critical information and emergency warnings directly to their cell phone, landline, or email:https://www.acgov.org/emergencysite/documents/ACAlertSignUpFebruary19MobileApp.pdf
For more emergency preparedness tips, visit: https://www.unioncity.org/345/Emergency-Preparedness