Preparing for Storm Season

Published on November 13, 2025

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

Preparedness:  

• 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.  

Storm Response: 

• 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.  

How can residents help prevent flooding? 

• 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 Albanyca.gov/storm-response for more information in preparation for and during a storm.