City Preparation

The Cities of Livermore and Pleasanton, in collaboration with the Livermore-Pleasanton Fire Department (LPFD), are dedicated to proactively preparing for emergencies and disasters to protect residents, property, and the environment. We continuously plan, coordinate, and invest resources so that when disaster strikes, our response is organized, efficient, and effective.

Review the Plan

The Tri-Valley Hazard Mitigation Plan is a collaborative document between the Cities of Dublin, Livermore, and Pleasanton designed to create a roadmap of how we work together to address hazards affecting our cities.

Sign up for Alerts

Stay current with official notices and warnings; these will let you know what’s happening in real time in emergencies.

Participate & Volunteer

Opportunities, such as the CERT program, allow citizens to receive training, contribute to disaster response, and support resiliency efforts.

Personal Preparedness

While the cities do their part, individual and household preparation (supplies, plans, communication) is essential. Check our “Be Prepared” resources for guidance.

Together, We Build Resilience

Preparedness starts with all of us. By taking simple steps today, you can protect your loved ones and strengthen the safety and resilience of the Livermore-Pleasanton community.

Key Planning & Preparedness Foundations

Emergency Operations Plans

Both cities maintain comprehensive Emergency Operations Plans that outline roles, resources, and procedures for responding to major disasters. These plans are reviewed regularly and were last approved by the City Councils in 2018.

Hazard Mitigation Planning

In partnership with nearby jurisdictions (Livermore, Pleasanton, Dublin, and the Dublin San Ramon Services District), the cities implement a hazard mitigation plan. This plan identifies local risks (earthquakes, floods, wildfires, etc.) and strategies to reduce their impact—helping reduce future damage and improve community resilience.

Emergency Operations Centers (EOCs)

During significant emergencies or disasters, both Livermore and Pleasanton activate their Emergency Operations Centers. These are centralized coordination hubs where elected officials, emergency services, and city personnel work together to align response efforts, deploy resources, and share essential information with residents.

What this Means for You

Structured, Clear Response: Because plans and EOCs are in place, emergency responses follow defined protocols. This minimizes confusion and ensures that essential services (fire, police, medical, utilities) work together efficiently.
Prepared Infrastructure: Hazard mitigation efforts mean the cities maintain infrastructure (e.g., roads, utilities, signage, fire danger zones) to reduce risks before emergencies occur.
Ongoing Updates & Reviews: Plans are not static. They are updated, tested, and improved over time, based on changing risks, new information, or lessons learned from previous events.

Recent & Ongoing Efforts

Collaborations across agencies and jurisdictions (e.g., Livermore, Pleasanton, Dublin) to share data, resources, and best practices.
Investments in EOCs and staff training to ensure operations centers remain ready to activate when needed.
Public document updates and availability to maintain transparency and community trust.