Extreme Weather
Local Extreme Weather News
Wicked Winter Weather Closes Two Mountain Resorts
Tuolumne County Updates Its Storm Preparations
Storm System Brings Friday Traffic Hazards
Yosemite Closed Due To Blizzard
PG&E Warns About High Potential For Storm Related Power Outages
Preparations To Protect Humans And Pets Before and During Blizzard
Update: Blizzard Warning For The Mother Lode
Recent Storms Boost Sierra Nevada Snowpack Figures
OES Activates State Operations Center Due To Storm Projections
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.
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
There are several things you can do to prepare for flooding, minimize the damage and stay safe after the water recedes. Read More…
Events
Calaveras Master Gardeners Demonstration Garden | 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Supervisor District 3 Town Hall
Board of Supervisors Chambers | 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Mountain Youth and Community Theatre | 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Mind Over Matter
Tuolumne County Enrichment Center | 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Celebrating Friendships Quilt Show
Gateway Community Church of Groveland | 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Railtown 1897 State Historic Park | 10:30 am - 4:00 pm
Sweeney Todd performance
Mountain Youth and Community Theatre | 1:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Sonora Farmers' Market
Sonora Farmers Market | 7:30 am - 11:30 am
Tuolumne Country Veterans Hall | 8:00 am - 11:00 am
Farmers Market
Murphys Community Park | 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Railtown 1897 Weekend Excursion Trains
Railtown 1897 State Historic Park | 10:30 am - 4:00 pm