SMCFD CERT

The Official Twitter account of SMCFD CERT which trains community members of Belmont, Foster City, and San Mateo, CA to be ready, resilient, and prepared.

[SMCFD CERT @SMCFDCERT]

Be a firefighter for a day!
Ride along with Foster City’s City Manager and see what it’s like!

#firefighter #work #SafetyFirst

[City of Foster City @CityofFC]

Have you seen the latest episode of Foster City at Work?

In this one, City Manager Stefan Chatwin met with members of the San Mateo County Consolidated Fire Department to see how they operate and serve our community: https://t.co/4OykTqNiI5

[City of Foster City @CityofFC]

Have you seen episode four of our Foster City at Work series? 👨‍🚒

City Manager Stefan Chatwin spent the day with our San Mateo Consolidated Fire Department and got a glimpse of what it takes to be a firefighter.

Watch the video: https://t.co/4OykTqNiI5

[SMCFD CERT @SMCFDCERT]

#Traffic - Monday morning info from our friends @belmontcapolice 👇

[Belmont Police Dept. @belmontcapolice]

Eastbound Ralston still closed this morning. Please use alternate routes and expect delays!!!

[SMCFD CERT @SMCFDCERT]

#Storm is coming. Best to get errands done today (Saturday) & avoid being out tomorrow.
> groceries
> fill gas tank
> bring in outdoor furniture, garbage cans, hanging plants
> charge all devices
> plan for possible power outages
> check on #neighbors

[NWS Bay Area 🌉 @NWSBayArea]

UPDATES:

The Wind Advisories and High Wind Warnings go in effect tonight.

The coastline and higher elevations of the North Bay have been upgraded to High Wind Warnings.

Please be smart and safe!

#CAwx

[City of Foster City @CityofFC]

In an abundance of caution, Farragut Park has been closed until further notice due to expected heavy wind and rain.

[SMCFD CERT @SMCFDCERT]

#BeSafe out there. Thank you #volunteers!

[San Mateo County Sheriff's Office @SMCSheriff]

Our amazing Storm Watch Volunteer Unit has deployed as of 6 p.m. Wednesday. Our deputies and these volunteers are monitoring the storm and stand ready to assist with clearing efforts and traffic control should the need arise. We are here for you, SMC!

[SMCFD CERT @SMCFDCERT]

Each city has #sandbag stations for their residents. You’ll need to assemble them yourself.
Use sandbags to divert running water away from your property & toward the street.

Prepare now for the upcoming #rain.

Here is a good reminder from our friends @belmontcapolice 👇

[Belmont Police Dept. @belmontcapolice]

Heavy rain & wind expected Wednesday and Thursday. Start preparing now by visiting our free sandbag stations at Twin Pines, Barrett Community Cntr and the Corp yard on Sem Ln.

[SMCFD CERT @SMCFDCERT]

Your #CERT-trained #neighbors spent the morning learning to help in a city Shelter, should one be needed in a disaster.
Thank you to Red Cross volunteers, CERT volunteers, and SMCFD Cadet volunteers who give of their time so our community is more resilient in disasters!

[Readygov @Readygov]

Remember to include the following items in your car emergency kit this winter:

- Flashlight and extra batteries
- Jumper cables
- Warm clothes and blankets
- Non-perishable snacks

#WinterReady

[NWS Bay Area 🌉 @NWSBayArea]

Good reminder that King Tides return this week. #cawx

[CAL FIRE @CAL_FIRE]

Attention young women, ages 16-18, in CA! Join Camp Cinder, a 4-night sleep-away camp empowering future female firefighters. Under CAL FIRE's guidance, participants will experience hands-on firefighting in Shasta or San Luis Obispo in June 2024. Apply by Jan 31 at https://t.co/aXh0ZCytRb.

[City of Foster City @CityofFC]

Protect your home or business from potential damage from heavy rain this season 🌧️

Foster City residents and business owners can fill up to ten sandbags for free at the station located in the City Hall parking lot: https://t.co/BZONSNrEH2

[Listos California @ListosCA]

🎶 There must have been some magic in that old hard hat they found. 🎶

Listos California and @Cal_OES are taking action to protect our communities.

Visit https://t.co/pmfpuVu5kY to learn more!

#ListosCalifornia

[SMCFD CERT @SMCFDCERT]

Good tip from our friends on the #Coast!
End this year safely so you can welcome and enjoy 2024!
👇
@NWSBayArea @NationalCERT1 @Cal_OES @Readygov #CERT #rain #surf #storm #California

[CoastsideCERT @CoastsideCert]

Dangerous Surf Through the weekend!

[SMCFD CERT @SMCFDCERT]

#Sandbags: Now’s the time to gather tools you’ll need for #WinterWeather season.

Sandbags can help divert water away from your home and out to the street.
Stations are now open for residents!

Come #prepared to #assemble and load a maximum of 10 sandbags per household. 👍

[Belmont Public Works @BelmontCA_PWORK]

Hello #BelmontCA! ☀️ Embrace the winter sun, but let's stay #RainReady! 🌧️ Visit https://t.co/N3JUbPsshG for essential safety tips and sandbag station locations. Be prepared and stay safe! 💙 #BelmontSafety @belmontcapolice @BelmontParksRec @mybelmont @SMCFireDept

[SMCFD CERT @SMCFDCERT]

#SafeGiftGiving - Share the #fun and keep your loved ones safe by knowing how to use all devices and toys safely.

Check out these #tips to make the most of some popular #gifts:

@SMCFireDept #SeasonOfGiving #Batteries #safe #holidayseason

[NC_OSFM @NC_OSFM]

The gift-giving season is here! Lithium-ion batteries power some of the most popular gifts like phones and e-bikes. However, these batteries can pose serious fire hazards. Learn tips to prevent these fires and make sure they’re age-appropriate BEFORE buying them as gifts.

[SMCFD CERT @SMCFDCERT]

#Tonight (Thursday):
✨ Magical night ahead!
Bring a new, unwrapped #toy to donate, then enjoy music, hot winter beverages, snow, and a visit from #Santa!

#SantaAtTheFirehouse @mybelmont @CityBelmont

[San Mateo Consolidated Fire Department @SMCFireDept]

Everything is ready for tomorrow! Come by Station 14 at 530 PM for some holiday fun!

[SMCFD CERT @SMCFDCERT]

#Scam - unfortunately some people take advantage of others during disasters, and even during holiday seasons!
Please look out for one another and don’t sign or pay for anything without researching and/or getting second opinion.

#phony #scammers

[FEMA Region 9 @FEMARegion9]

#Maui: Online classified ads are luring #Mauifires survivors with false offers of available rental units, and people are learning too late that the cash they paid for a security deposit went to a scammer instead.

https://t.co/ccZgwPwae0

[SMCFD CERT @SMCFDCERT]

Now is the time to prep your home, yards, and car for the rainy season.
The cities are preparing, and so should we!
Some good #tips & resources, below.
👇

@SanMateoPD @SMCFireDept @sanmateochamber @SMFCSD @ListosCA #StormPrep #WinterIsComing

[City of San Mateo @CityofSanMateo]

Hey #SanMateo - we’ll only have sunny skies for so long this winter. Please get ready for rain before it comes! Visit https://t.co/jiYvVjYTgK for safety tips & sandbag station locations @SanMateoPD @SMCFireDept

[City of Foster City @CityofFC]

Today's the LAST day to mail letters to Santa! Be sure to include a pre-addressed, stamped envelope with your letter so Santa knows where to send his response.

Letters can be mailed to the Rec Center (650 Shell Blvd) or dropped in the North Pole mailbox in the Rec Center lobby.