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Storms - Winter 2024
Weather Updates
Updated weather conditions and advisories are available on the National Weather Service website. Click here to go directly to conditions for Pittsburg, CA.
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Road Closures / Areas to Avoid - Updated 2/7/2024 1:49 PM
- Effective Wednesday, February 7, 2024, Solari Street is NOW OPEN between 10th Street and E Sante Fe to both pedestrian and vehicle traffic. PG&E was onsite and made the repair.
We want to remind residents to avoid this areas with standing water and please be mindful of traffic cones and delineators to stay safe.
Sandbag Distribution
Sandbags are available to Pittsburg residents at the Corporation Yard between 7:30 am and 3:30 pm while supplies last. The Corporation Yard is located at 357 E 12th Street in Pittsburg
To report hazards or request assistance:
The City of Pittsburg has all available resources working on storm response. Your reports help to identify impacted areas.
- To report any fallen trees, flooded areas, or water/sewer emergency issue please call the public works main line at 925-252-4936
- You can also report online here: City of Pittsburg Service Requests
- To report roadway flooding, dangerous road conditions, obstructions or fallen power lines can the Pittsburg Police Department at 925-646-2441 or dial 911 for emergencies.
- For guidance on how to turn off power and gas, or request a PG&E technician, call 800-743-5000.
County Flood and Rain Information
Contra Costa County Flood Control & Water Conservation District has created a map with data from rain and stream gauges to help predict flooding using their new 7-5-3-2 protocol. You can learn more about the 7-5-3-2 protocols on the County's website at http://www.cccounty.us/1578/Flood-Forecast-Information or by clicking the “7-5-3-2 Flood!” icon on the RainMap link here.
Power Outages:
Report Power Outages or check the status of power in your neighborhood at Pacific, Gas and Electric - Storms, Outages & Safety - or call 1-800-PGE-5000.
Preparedness Tips
The City of Pittsburg encourages everyone to use a checklist to prepare you and your family for storms and other natural disasters. Checklists are available on the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) website, Ready.gov:
- Plan for your family and pets (carriers, food, litter.)
- Collect important documents (i.e., insurance policies, and vital records) to grab if you need to evacuate.
- Create an easy-to-carry emergency supply kit. Include basic food, water, medications, a flashlight, battery-powered radio, rain gear, and a first aid kit.
- Keep your car fueled in case the power is off at local gas stations.
- Identify safe routes from your home or office to higher ground.
- Establish an out-of-state "family contact," so friends and relatives know who to call to find out where you are.
- Keep sandbags, plywood, plastic sheeting, lumber, and other materials handy for waterproofing.
- If ordered to evacuate, do so immediately. If stranded, move to the roof so rescuers can see you.
- Avoid flooded roadways and waterways. (Just six inches of water can sweep you away.) If your car stalls in water, abandon it immediately and seek higher ground.
Other Helpful Resources
California Office of Emergency Services (OES)
Pacific, Gas and Electric - Storms, Outages & Safety
Contra Costa County Emergency Services
Contra Costa County Community Warning System