earthquake safety

Over 35 Years Since Loma Prieta – Are You Ready Yet?

Over 35 Years Since Loma Prieta – Are You Ready Yet?

Ground view of collapsed building and burned area. Beach and Divisadero, Marina District. [C.E. Meyer, U.S. Geological Survey]

It’s been 35 years since Loma Prieta rolled through. NOW is the perfect time to prepare for the unexpected. Are you ready?

Martinez Area CERT

Martinez Area CERT

Martinez Area CERT offers free disaster preparedness information, classes, and training to residents of Martinez and Pacheco. We welcome you to learn more about how you and your loved ones can become more resilient and prepared for the unexpected!

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2025 Spring Basic Training

Our Spring Training classes start March 5. Classes are held Wednesday evenings, March 5, 12, 19, 26 and April 2, 9, 16, and 23. 6pm-9:30pm, at the Martinez Senior Center, 818 Green St, Martinez. Classes will conclude with two drills Basic Radio Skills, Saturday, April 26, 8 AM - 12PM, and the CERT Final Disaster Drill Exercise Saturday May 3, 8 AM - 1 PM. If you are interested in attending our next series let us know!