Current Weather Advisories

Meterology professor Alison Bridger

This page provides specific weather event updates and general guidelines for staying safe. Urgent, timely updates will be delivered to SJSU email addresses.

For the most current weather information, view the National Weather Service's detailed forecast for the area surrounding SJSU campus.

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Current Notices: HEAT WARNING

EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING - Extended to July 12, 2024, 8 p.m.

Information provided below is from the National Weather Service.

WHAT: Dangerously hot conditions with temperatures in the upper 90s to 110F expected. Limited overnight relief with low temperatures in the mid 60s to low 80s. Widespread Major Heat Risk with areas of Extreme Heat Risk.

WHERE

  • Marin Coastal Range
  • Sonoma Coastal Range
  • North Bay Interior Mountains
  • North Bay Interior Valleys
  • East Bay Interior Valleys
  • Santa Cruz Mountains
  • Santa Clara Valley including San José
  • Eastern Santa Clara Hills
  • East Bay Hills
  • Southern Salinas Valley: Arroyo Seco and Lake San Antonio
  • Santa Lucia Mountains and Los Padres National Forest
  • Mountains of San Benito and Interior Monterey County including Pinnacles National Park

WHEN: Now until at least July 10, 2024.

IMPACTS: Most individuals will be at risk for heat-related illnesses without cooling and adequate hydration, especially with prolonged outdoor exposure. Heat stroke will be a risk to everyone. Overnight temperatures will stay warm and not provide enough relief from the heat specifically in elevated terrain and interior areas.

An exceptionally dangerous situation is expected to unfold during this potentially historic and deadly heat event. Several days of temperatures well above normal will lead to compounding effects among people and infrastructure, with the possibility of numerous heat related fatalities.

It cannot be stressed enough that while one day at these temperatures may be manageable for some, an event of this scale, magnitude, and longevity will likely rival anything seen in the last 18 years. Heat is the number one weather related killer in the United States. 

Check the National Weather Service's detailed area forecast.

Hot weather safety tips from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

Unless the university communicates otherwise:

  • On-campus classes and events will continue as scheduled.
  • Orientation programming on campus will happen as scheduled.
  • The SRAC, Student Union and Wellness Center will be open as scheduled during summer hours.
  • Sporting events at the Events Center or South Campus will happen as scheduled.
  • Employees are expected to report to their respective work locations, if on campus, for scheduled shifts.
  • Please note that some teams or classes may choose to go remote during severe weather. Campus will remain open for employee or student-serving services to the fullest extent possible. Departments, faculty and supervisors/managers are encouraged to communicate with their employees or students whether they will not be on campus or unavailable in person.

If there are any impacts to campus facilities such as roof or window leaks, internet or network outages, or flooding of any kind, call the Facilities Development and Operations (FD&O) work control desk at (408) 924-1990.

For any issues with facilities, after hours (before 8:00 am, after 5:00 pm, or on weekends), report issues to UPD (408) 924-2222.


Challenges Getting to Campus

The university always plans to have all offices and services operational and available to the fullest extent possible while maintaining a safe working environment. Worsening conditions in seasonal weather, most notably during the winter months, may affect everyone's ability to get to campus. Students who are unable to get to campus for class or work, should contact their faculty or supervisors. Staff and faculty facing challenges in reporting to or performing work because of weather-related conditions in your area, should communicate directly with their supervisor or appropriate administrator.  

For employees whose supervisor is not available, or they are unsure of whom to contact, call:


Regional Resources for the Most Up-to-Date Information

Santa Clara County Office of Emergency Management (Alert SSC)

Monterey County Emergency Information

Alameda County Emergency Information

San Mateo County Emergency Information

Contra Costa County Emergency Information

San Francisco City/County Emergency Information

Santa Cruz County Emergency Information

San Benito County Emergency Information

Transportation

Here is a brief list of resources where you can get information about road conditions and mass transit updates related to weather.


Report Internet and Network Access Issues

If you are on campus and experiencing issues related to internet and network access or storm damage, please contact IT and let your manager/supervisor/department leadership or professor know.


Report Campus Safety Issues

Did you spot a leak in a campus building? A downed tree on campus? Has your building lost power? Report weather-related instances of damage immediately so further damage can be prevented. Do not assume an issue has already been reported. 

  • Call the Facilities Development and Operations customer service desk at (408) 924-1990 from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Mondays to Fridays.

For Non-Emergency Services or After-Hours

For Emergency Services Call 911

  • Injuries caused by downed power lines, trees, flooding, etc.

Stay Ready for Any Event

As a precaution, the National Weather Service offers this personal preparation list:

  • Update your contact information for Alert SJSU to receive campus safety notices
  • Keep extra supplies of shelf-stable food that does not require refrigeration like canned or boxed food and bottled water, in case you have to stay home and cannot travel
  • Pack a “go bag” in case of emergency evacuation
    • Sample items: spare clothes; phone charger; bottled water; spare pair of closed-toe shoes; packable jacket; non-perishable snacks; medications; identification documents.
  • Keep important documents together
    • Keep physical copies in one place or in a "go bag"
    • Store scanned copies of identification documents, leases, renters insurance, medical insurance, auto insurance, medical records and prescriptions in a digital drive or storage platform (e.g., Google Drive)
  • Plan for pet needs with extra food and keep important documents together and in case of evacuation
  • Prepare for flooding
  • Prepare for bad air quality
    • When there are fires in California, the air quality around campus can sometimes pose health risks. .
  • Signing up for your county’s emergency information system.
  • Learn how to stay safe using state-provided and approved resources and guides available at Listos California
  • Review Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines for emergency safety.
  • Review Red Cross guidelines for extreme heat safety, earthquake safety, wildfire safety, flood safety, and all other emergencies.

Community Resources

The public is encouraged to help address problems quickly by calling (408) 794-1900 to report clogged storm drains, flooding in the streets, fallen trees or branches, or other storm-related hazards.

Santa Clara County Office of Emergency Safety: Cold Weather Safety

  • Call the County of Santa Clara, Here 4 You Call Center hotline (408) 385-2400 for assistance. 
  • HomeFirst Homeless Helpline: Call (408) 539-2105 or e-mail Home First Helpline to access the City of San José's Overnight Warming Location (OWL) program.
    • HomeFirst’s Outreach team provides access to emergency shelter, showers, laundry, meals, medical services, case management, employment training, and more.
  • Santa Clara County Parks and Trails closure information and updates

Free Community Sandbag Pickup Locations provided by Valley Water

Valley Water Flood Safety Tips