City of Fresno Office of Emergency Services

More wet weather will be coming into our area beginning Wednesday. Be prepared for wet road conditions.

With the expected arrival of moisture from an atmospheric river early on Wednesday, heavy precipitation will be observed across the Central California Interior. This heavy precipitation allowed for the issuance of Excessive Rainfall and Probabilistic Potential Outlooks for Marginal to Moderate impacts, respectively, across the higher terrain of the Sierra Nevada.

Be ready for higher temperatures this week. Pets need access to shade and plenty of fresh water.

Heat is typically the leading cause of weather-related fatalities each year. Heat waves have the potential to cover a large area, exposing a high number of people to a hazardous combination of heat and humidity, which can be very taxing on the body. Learn how to stay safe during a heat wave at weather.gov/heat

We will continue to see rain and wind in our area. Make sure you have flashlights and batteries available if the power goes out. Our office continues to monitor the weather. We are in contact with Fresno County OES as well.

Stay safe, dry and warm!

An atmospheric river continues to produce a myriad of significant impacts across portions of California this afternoon. The latest Key Messages go into detail about these expected impacts that will persist through tonight and into the first half of the week.

Prepare for when you can’t leave home during a disaster.

Keep listening to your radio, television, or phone for updates. Do not leave your home or where you are staying unless authorities tell you it is safe to do so. If they tell you to evacuate the area, follow their instructions.

Visit listoscalifornia.org for safety tips and follow for important updates.

: City of Fresno cooling centers will open:

- Sunday, July 23, 2023, from 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM
- Saturday, July 22, 2023, from 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM
- Friday, July 21, 2023, from 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM
- Thursday, July 20, 2023, from 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM
- Wednesday, July 19, 2023, from 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM
- Tuesday, July 18, 2023, from 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM
- Monday, July 17, 2023, from 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Temps are rising across the country. Follow these summer safety tips to stay safe from extreme heat 🥵:

-Plan indoor activities for the middle of the day when the sun is hottest
-Wear loose, lightweight clothing
- Drink lots of water!



More: ready.gov/heat

Congratulations Chief! Thank you for your support of Emergency Management and Preparedness during your tenure with the City of Fresno Fire Department.

Winds will begin to pick up this afternoon, with the heavy gusting taking place from 5PM for about 12 hours to 5AM. Rain might also be starting in our area this evenig.

A Wind Advisory is in effect for the San Joaquin Valley from 1 PM PST Tuesday afternoon until 7 AM PST Wednesday morning. A High Wind Warning is in effect for the Coastal Range through the same time period. Travel could be quite difficult for high profile vehicles.

Warming centers will be open in Fresno

City of Fresno warming centers will be open Tuesday, December 13th from 7:00 p.m. to Wednesday, December 14th at 7:00 a.m.

City warming centers open when temperatures drop below 35 degrees based on US National Weather Service Hanford California projections. Fresno FAX will provide free transportation to anyone who needs to reach a City of Fresno warming center using existing FAX bus routes.