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ReadySF
The place to find everything you need to know before, during, and after an emergency. Stay ready, so you don’t have to get ready.
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How to get ready for any emergency
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Disasters and emergencies
Learn which disasters and emergencies could impact your area.Learn about disasters and emergenciesResources
Disasters and emergencies in San Francisco
How to get ready for emergencies in San Francisco
Earthquakes
An earthquake is the result of a sudden release of energy in the Earth's crust that creates seismic waves.
Tsunamis
A tsunami is a series of ocean waves that can cause dangerous coastal flooding and other damage. Some San Francisco neighborhoods are more at risk than others.
Visitor Safety Information for San Francisco
San Francisco welcomes millions of visitors each year, including travelers from around the world. This page shares important safety information to help you stay informed and know what to do in an emergency.
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Brought to you by the San Francisco Department of Emergency Management (DEM). DEM manages San Francisco's everyday and not-so-everyday emergencies.
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