Extreme Weather
The FDA has recommendations available on what to do with food and water before, during and after a storm has occurred. Various consumer articles related to food and water safety, power outages and floods are available to help guide those who have been victims of natural disasters. More information is available on their website linked here.
Calaveras County Public Information Map
Find your local Tuolumne Fire Station and Fire District map, fire stations may be operated by Tuolumne County Fire Department (TCFD) or another agency. Some stations are fully staffed while others are staffed seasonally or year round by volunteers.
Find your Calaveras Fire District here.
KKBN 93.5FM, Star 92.7FM, KVML 1450AM/102.7FM
Tuolumne Sheriff Non-Emergency: (209)533-5815
Mariposa OES (sheriff) 209-742-1306
Avalanche and Snowpack Conditions: Eastern Sierra Avalanche Center (ESAC) and the Bridgeport Avalanche Center for the avalanche advisories for our MotherLode area of the Sierra Nevada. The local avalanche centers hoisted an avalanche warning mid January due to extreme winds and heavy snow loads.
Mental Health and Suicide Prevention Resources
Tuolumne Senior Homebound Vet assistance (209)533-6280
California Peer Run Warm Line (855)845-7415
Alzheimer’s Foundation Helpline: (866)232-8484
Natl Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255
Natl Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233 and TTY 1-800-787-3224
Center for a Non Violent Community 24-Hour Crisis Line (209)533-3401
Floods and power outages from hurricanes, tornadoes, and snow storms can cut off water supplies and quickly contaminate food. Protect yourself, your family, and your pets from foodborne illnesses. Following are steps you can take to preserve your food and water during storms.
- Before a Storm
- During a Storm
- After a Storm
- WATCH a Video on Food Safety During Power Outages
- Links for Consumer
- Links for Industry
Questions? Call the FDA Information Center: 1-888-SAFE-FOOD Monday-Friday 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Disaster Preparedness Before, During and After A Flood
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