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Emergency Alerts
Stay informed in a disaster by signing up for emergency notifications from the City of Walnut Creek and Contra Costa County.
In an emergency, we’ll send alerts and instructions using WCAlert. You can get notifications by text message, email, or phone call.
Or text “WCALERT” to 888-777 to get alerts by text message.
We recommend setting up notifications for all the addresses where your family spends a lot of time, including your home, your office, and your childrens’ schools.
If you need help signing up, call the Civic Park Community Center at (925) 943-5852, Monday-Friday, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
City of Walnut Creek social media
In an emergency, we’ll post updates on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and Nextdoor. Follow these accounts for the most up-to-date information:
Nextdoor
Other alert systems
- Earthquake Warning California: This statewide early warning system can give you a few extra seconds to take cover before you feel shaking in a large earthquake. Download the MyShake App or sign up for text messages to get alerts.
- PG&E Outage Alerts: Sign up for outage alerts from PG&E to get notifications by text, email, or phone when there is an active or planned power outage in your area, including Public Safety Power Shutoffs.