Current emergency alerts are updated frequently. Please be sure to bookmark this page to keep you informed of travel information about your visit to The Sea Ranch, and other locations within Sonoma County and Mendocino County areas.
SEVERE WEATHER ALERT-
High Surf Warning in effect from October 24, 11:00 PM PDT until October 26, 11:00 AM PDT
Flash floods and road closures occurring: Rain this morning will become heavy as the frontal boundary passes through the North Bay and then reaches the Santa Cruz mountains by this afternoon and evening. The heavy rain band will then shift into
the coastal hills of Monterey county tonight. Lingering showers on Monday.
…FLASH FLOOD WATCH FOR THE 2020 BURN AREAS IN NAPA AND SONOMA COUNTIES REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH THIS EVENING…
The Flash Flood Watch continues for
* The 2020 Burn Areas in Napa and Sonoma Counties in a portion of
northern California, including the following areas, North Bay
Interior Valleys and North Bay Mountains.
* Through this evening.
* National Weather Service Meteorologists are forecasting heavy
rainfall over the 2020 Burn Areas in Napa and Sonoma Counties,
which may lead to flash flooding and debris flows.
* In addition to potential flash flooding over the 2020 burn areas
there will be the threat of urban and small stream flooding
throughout the North Bay.
ORDER OF THE SONOMA COUNTY PUBLIC HEALTH OFFICER FOR THE WEARING OF FACE COVERINGS IN WORKPLACES AND PUBLIC SETTINGS
DATE OF ORDER: AUGUST 2, 2021
Please read this Order carefully. Violation of or failure to comply with this Order is a misdemeanor punishable by fine, imprisonment, or both. (California Health and Safety Code § 120275, et seq.)
1. Summary: This Order requires all individuals to wear face coverings when indoors in workplaces and public settings, with limited exemptions, and recommends that businesses make face coverings available to individuals entering the business.
2. Effective Date and Time: This Order becomes effective at 12:01 a.m. on August 3, 2021 and will continue, as updated, to be in effect until the Health Officer rescinds, supersedes, or amends it in writing.
What is a Red Flag Warning?
No matter the weather report currently, I strongly suggest you prepare as if we were going to have a PSPS, (Public Safety Power Shutoff) and as if we were going to have a dangerous wind-driven fire. Better to be prepared and safe now rather than very sorry later.
Seriously, get ready!
- If you have a generator make sure it is fueled up and functioning.
- Make sure your cars are fueled up.
- Park your car outside facing the street tonight if you cannot open your garage door without the automatic opener,
- Sign up for SoCo Alert, Nixle, and NOAA Weather Radios
- Sign up for PG&E Notifications
- Listen and pay attention to all alerts.
- Charge all electronics: phones, laptops, rechargeable batteries. We recommend you purchase a solar charger ahead of longer power outages.
- Prepare your GO BAG. – A bag or container you can quickly grab-and-go will give you needed peace of mind. Prepare one for each member of your home, including pets, is advised. Know what you will take with you should an evacuation be ordered. I know, it is unlikely for here, even with these conditions. Still. Do it. (Don’t forget COVID stuff…masks…sanitizer…)
- Make sure you have saved on your radio dials our local radio stations are and that you can listen to them even if the power is out.
When there is a PSPS PG&E you will find a “Community Resource Center ” (CRC) set up to help people do things like charging their phones if we lose power. And yes, COVID precautions fully in effect there. TSRA folks might not need that help, but Annapolis and Stewarts Point are expected to be without power.
The strongest wind gusts are usually are over the highest peaks and ridges, but these winds are may mix down into the valleys and reach the coastline.
Dry conditions
Dry conditions make for easier fire starts and potential for the rapid spread of fire.
A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions are either occurring now or will shortly. A combination of strong winds, low relative humidity, and warm temperatures can contribute to extreme fire behavior.
Please don’t create outdoor sparks or fires due to potentially strong winds and dry fuel
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Immediate and Direct Emergency Information
- Sonoma County Sheriff’s messages (Nixle) – includes evacuation notice/road closures
- Sonoma County Emergency and Preparedness Information
- Emergency Notifications And Alerts
- Sonoma County Evacuation area map
- Current Road Closures
- Hotline~ LNU Lightning Complex: 707-967-4207
- View real-time wind map
- Sonoma County Power Shutoffs- Map
- AirQuality for Sea Ranch
Be Prepared
While we anticipate your vacation will be trouble-free, we urge you to make sure you are prepared in case a disaster befalls the region.
Sonoma County has experienced a number of disasters over the past several years including floods, earthquakes, power shutoffs, pandemic, and wildfires. The County’s alert and warning systems have grown to notify residents and visitors of an emergency in their area early and accurately. Many alerts require individuals opt-in, below are links to sign-up and information on additional warning systems.
This information will help you be ready, stay vigilant, and BE prepared for action if required.
Sign Up for Alerts
The County of Sonoma and we strongly recommend you subscribe to the following alert and warning systems:
SoCoAlert –
Upon signing up for SoCoAlert, select to receive alerts through landline calls, cell phone text messages, or pre-recorded verbal messages and email. The system also works with telephone devices for the deaf.
Learn more about SoCoAlert »
Nixle –
Receive email and text messages from local fire and law enforcement agencies that include public safety messages as well as emergency information.
Text your zip code (The Sea Ranch: 95497) to 888777 to opt-in or sign up online to receive email, text or voice messages with alerts and advisories.
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Weather Radio –
This alert system is available for purchase at a relatively low cost. When properly programmed, the National Weather Service can remotely turn on these radios and send basic alerts, including for wildfire. The message may be accompanied by a warning tone, depending on the model of radio you purchase.
Sonoma County residents may tune their NOAA radio to frequency 162.475.
If you are deaf or have hearing loss these radios have add-on equipment such as strobe lights and bed shakers. An instructional video regarding how to set up this weather radio is provided below:
Sonoma County Information
For more specific and current information regarding current emergency situations for the County of Sonoma visit https://socoemergency.org/
County Resources
- For information on critical Alert and Warning resources, visit Stay Informed.
- Learn about making an emergency plan
- Read more about preparing a Go Bag
- For special information regarding PG&E power shutoffs, see Preparing for Power Shutoffs
Pocket Guide: Be Ready in an Emergency (download pdf)
List your contacts, check your Go Bag, find tips for local hazards, and more. Download and print yours today!
In case of the Need for Evacuation:
Other Printable PDFs to Download Post on your Wall or Door
- Evacuation Timeline (PDF)
- Do Immediately (PDF)
- If You Have One Hour (PDF)
- If You Have More Than One Hour (PDF)
Mendocino County Information
For more specific and current information regarding current emergency situations for the County of Mendocino visit: https://www.mendocinocounty.org/government/executive-office/office-of-emergency-services/emergency-notifications-and-alerts