Yolo County Public Safety Articles

Yolo County is introducing a new evacuation notification platform that went live on Nov. 7 called Genasys Protect EVAC. Original article published at West Sacramento News-Ledger

As flu season approaches, the Yolo County Health and Human Services Agency (HHSA) is encouraging all residents to stay current with their vaccinations. Original article published at West Sacramento News-Ledger

The Yolo County Office of Emergency Services (OES) is launching Alert Yolo, a state-of-the-art, county-wide emergency notification system. Original article published at West Sacramento News-Ledger

A nearly half-million-dollar state grant will help keep guns off the streets in West Sacramento. Original article published at West Sacramento News-Ledger

While Labor Day is the last holiday of the summer, mosquito activity and the risk of West Nile virus continue for all area residents. Original article published at West Sacramento News-Ledger

By: Yolo County Health and Human Services Press Release

The Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety Program of the Yolo County Health and Human Services Agency (HHSA) will conduct several crossing guard trainings in August and September. Original article published at West Sacramento News-Ledger

What does it mean when firefighters call a fire "contained?" Here's a brief guide to commonly used fire prevention terminology.

The Tahoe Truckee Community Foundation develops partnerships to prepare and respond to emergencies with its COAD (Community Organizations Active in Disaster).

The Sacramento-Yolo Mosquito & Vector Control District, in Partnership with Yolo County, Announced June 13 that the First Signs of West Nile Virus (WNV) Activity Have Been Detected in Yolo County

California wildfires are becoming larger, more frequent and more ferocious. ‘Malibu Burning’ author Robert Kerbeck shares simple steps you can take to protect your home.

On June 10, the Sacramento-Yolo Mosquito and Vector Control District Confirmed that the First Mosquito Sample of the Season has Tested Positive for West Nile Virus (WNV)Original article published at West Sacramento News-Ledger

On May 14, California Governor Gavin Newsom announced the May Revision includes a proposed budget allocation to assist the State in achieving its fire prevention and fire suppression goals.

A new bill would make it illegal for homeless residents to camp in certain places, such as near schools, throughout California. Its authors say such a ban has had great success in San Diego. But a closer look at that …

Rep. Doris Matsui Focuses on Flood Control, Transportation, and Fire Safety on Annual Visit to West SacramentoOriginal article published at West Sacramento News-Ledger

Lawmakers in California and other states are now making attempts to prevent the reported harms to children caused by social media platforms. The U.S. Senate got into the act as well, at a dramatic Jan. 31 hearing.

California Governor's Office of Emergency Services Reminds Californians About Being PreparedOriginal article published at West Sacramento Sun

LAS VEGAS, Nev. –  Roadside work is not for the faint of heart. Tow truck drivers, mobile mechanics, and roadside technicians face many unique challenges on the road. A new study from the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety sheds light …

“Intelligent” speed-limiting technology will be required in all new California cars starting in 2027, if a new law authored by San Francisco Senator Scott Wiener passes.

In San Mateo County, a new law allows police to charge homeless people with criminal offenses if they don’t accept shelter. SCOTUS will soon weigh in with a potential landmark decision in an Oregon case.