Long Beach’s New Storm Preparedness Campaign

As we head into another storm season, the City of Long Beach has launched the #BeStormSmart campaign to ensure residents and businesses are prepared for heavy rain and severe weather.
What You Need to Know
Long Beach is promoting emergency preparedness through social media and public resources. This includes:
- Property managers should sign up for Alert Long Beach to receive real-time emergency notifications and storm updates.
- The city recommends securing personal property, checking for localized flooding, avoiding unnecessary travel, and staying off sand berms during storms.
- Residents can access a new interactive map showing sand and sandbag distribution locations, with sandbags available year-round at Long Beach Fire Stations and sand provided before major storms.
- Beach advisories are issued after heavy rain due to potential bacterial contamination, and road flooding, downed trees, and power line hazards can be reported to the city.
- Long Beach urges individuals and businesses to prepare emergency kits and evacuation plans in advance.
How It Impacts You
This initiative reminds property managers to plan ahead to reduce storm risks and keep operations running. Key actions can include:
Reviewing Emergency Protocols: Ensure staff and tenants are aware of storm procedures, including evacuation routes and emergency contacts.
Checking Drainage Systems: Prevent flooding by clearing gutters, storm drains, and rooftops before heavy rainfall.
Communicating with Tenants: Share the city’s storm safety tips and resources, including the Alert Long Beach system and sandbag locations.
Securing the Property: Inspect and reinforce vulnerable areas such as underground garages, basements, and exterior equipment.
Monitoring City Updates: Stay informed about road closures, flooding reports, and emergency announcements to anticipate property impacts.
Stay Connected
Storm preparedness is essential to protect tenants, properties, and business operations.
Stay connected with BOMA on the Frontline to stay updated on emergency preparedness news.