Most home and renters policies don't cover flooding, and new flood policies usually take 30 days to start. With El Niño storms possible in our community, CHECK your coverage this month: floodsmart.gov #StormReadySMC
It was a meaningful moment to celebrate Lutticken’s and its place in our community for the past 45 years. Mike Lutticken, son of owner Bob Lutticken, accepted the District’s Certificate of Commendation on behalf of the business.
El Niño storms could cut power or close roads in [LOCATION] for days this winter. BUILD A KIT now: water, food, medications, chargers, and copies of documents for 3 days. ready.gov/kit #StormReadySMC
We would like to take a moment to give a round of applause for our new Clerk of the Board. Shin was previously our Administrative Specialist II and has now moved over to become our new Clerk of the Board. Keep up the great work, Shin!
#MPFD #ClerkOfTheBoard #Congratulations
At 10:15 a.m., join millions of people practicing earthquake safety! Remember to Drop, Cover, and Hold On when the shaking starts. A few minutes of practice today can help you stay safe when an earthquake strikes.
#GreatShakeOut #EarthquakeSafety #MPFD #10:15AM
Where will your loved ones be when a flood hits? El Niño storms could knock out phones and close roads in San Mateo County this winter.
MAKE A PLAN now: where your household meets, how you'll reach each other, and an out of area contact. #StormReadySMC

ALT raphic from San Mateo County Emergency Management, El Niño Winter 2026/27. Headline: Make a plan. Storms can cut phones and close roads. Decide now so no one has to guess later. Pick a meeting place: Where your household meets if you can't get home. Choose an outside contact: Someone out of the area everyone can call or text. Know your zone: Look it up at protect.genasys.com. Website: smcgov.org/dem/winter-weather-preparedness.
A very strong El Niño this winter raises the odds of flooding and storm damage in Menlo Park, East Palo Alto, Atherton, and Unincorporated San Mateo County. Take 4 steps before the first storm: plan, kit, sandbags, SMC Alert. smcgov.org/dem/winter-weathe… #StormReadySMC
It's Spooky Season! Menlo Park Fire Station 4 will be holding their Annual Haunted House! Come on Halloween Night from 6-9pm.
Did someone say FIRE PREVENTION WEEK? We’re charging into lithium-ion battery safety with some important information on how to safely care for your lithium-ion battery-powered devices.
Ready or not… emergencies don’t wait! This National Preparedness Month, take a few minutes to get your family, home, and community ready for whatever comes your way. Future you will thank you!
Our next CERT Academy is starting on October 15th, sign-up today to learn skills to be prepared for any disaster.
Before the night ends we would like to express our gratitude! Menlo Park Fire joined the Relay for Life of Mid-Peninsula to support the American Cancer Society.
This year they created a luminaria in honor of the wife of one of our retired fire captains.
Sound the Alarm is back! Residents of East Palo Alto, North Fair Oaks, and Belle Haven schedule your appointment today!
Another Chili Cookoff for the books! This annual event, which benefits the Muscular Dystrophy Association and Tunnels for Towers, is hosted by San Mateo Firefighters. Menlo Fire took home the Best Booth award. Thank you to everyone that came out to support.
The 26th Annual Pancake Breakfast was a huge success. We were able to raise $10,000 for the Alisa Ann Ruch Burn Foundation and had around 900 attendees. We would like to thank our generous sponsors @StanfordParkHotel @TraderJoes @Meta @McDonalds
Take a few minutes to make a plan, build a kit, and stay informed. You may never know when something can happen!
#NationalPreparednessMonth #MenloParkFire #BePrepared





























