Preparing for Storm Season

Published on December 26, 2024

It’s time to look ahead to the Winter rainy season as City staff prepare for seasonal weather.

Seasonal storm drain cleaning (pictured above).
Stocking sand for sandbags at Ocean View Park.
Having additional staff and tree crews on standby during predicted storms.
Coordinating with the Police Department to pre-stage a truck with barricades and signs for quick deployment in case of power outages or other road hazards.

Responding to calls about downed trees, tree limbs, and flooding to quickly mitigating the worst problems.
The City Arborist and contractors manage the larger tree issues with consideration of all factors including the health of the tree and protecting people and property.
During the days following a storm, picking up branches and clearing leaves and debris from storm drains.

Clearing existing trash and leaves from storm drains in your neighborhood. Be sure and put these in trash or green waste bins as appropriate.
Obtaining sandbags if your property is prone to flooding. Sandbags are available at at the Albany Fire Station, 1000 San Pablo Avenue. Sand for self-serve sandbags is available at Ocean View Park, 900 Buchanan Street. Please travel safely.
Visiting www.albanyca.org/storm for more information in preparation for and during a storm.