| Action | Title | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Preparing for an Earthquake | MV - Disaster Preparedness Checklist |
Safety tips to help you organize your household to be prepared for the next disaster including tips on earthquake safety. |
| Preparing for an Earthquake | Palo Alto - Emergency Preparedness for specific hazards |
City of Palo Alto emergency preparedness information includes hints on preparing for specific hazards. |
| Preparing for Floods, Hurricanes and Wildfires | Palo Alto - Emergency Preparedness for specific hazards |
City of Palo Alto emergency preparedness information includes hints on preparing for specific hazards. |
| Developing Your Communication Systems for an Emergency * | KCBS 740 AM/106.9 FM |
In Mountain View, tune your emergency radios to KCBS 740 AM/106.9 FM (San Francisco Bay Area). |
| Securing Your Basic Water Needs * | MV - Disaster Preparedness Checklist |
Safety tips to help you organize your household to be prepared for the next disaster including collecting water stores. |
| Preparing Several Days' Food Stores * | MV - Disaster Preparedness Checklist |
Safety tips to help you organize your household to be prepared for the next disaster including collecting food stores. |
| Reducing Water Used for Gardening | MV - MVPL Waterwise Garden |
Interested in drought-tolerant gardening? The library maintains a waterwise garden by the side building entry, heading toward Pioneer Park, open to visitors. Details on the plants can be found in the Plant Information Guide online. |
| Cleaning Up After Your Dog | MV -The Doggie Dooley |
In-ground waste disposal system to dispose of dog waste in your backyard. |
| Finding and Fixing Water Leaks in Your Home | MV - Checking for Leaks |
Learn how to check for toilet leaks by watching this video from the Santa Clara County Water District. |
| Mulching Grass | Santa Clara Valley - Water Saving Tips |
The Santa Clara Valley Water District (SCVWD) provides a Water Conservation Tips card for residents - with indoor and outdoor savings ideas. |
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