Hot in the Hills! Here is a snapshot of overnight "low temps". You'll see that higher elevations had lows in the 70s to low 80s. The marine layer is only 500-1000 ft deep, so warmer air above the marine layer kept those locations warm overnight. #cawx#BayArea
ALT Overnight lows in the hills were in the low 70s to low 80s. Valleys cooled down into the 50s and 60s.
Heat Advisory in effect from Friday to Sunday for the inland portions of the Bay Area and Central Coast. Hot temperatures in the 90s and low 100s could cause impacts to life and health. Stay hydrated, limit outdoor activities, and never leave children and pets in vehicles! #cawx
ALT A Heat Advisory has been issued for the inland Bay Area and Central Coast from Friday to Sunday. Never leave children and pets in vehicles, limit outdoor activities during the afternoon and evening, stay hydrated, and take plenty of breaks.
Do you or someone you know want to operate the future San Francisco Disability Community Cultural Center? Read through the RFP and Join the info session tomorrow, 6/29 at 10am PT at this link t.e2ma.net/message/1d828f/ha… to learn more about the RFP and ask any questions.
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ALT Seismic reading in background. TEXT reads April is Earthquake Preparedness Month in California. Cal OES logo and Earthquake Warning California logos in bottom right hand corner
The April 18, 1906 SF quake ranks as one of the most significant ever. Today is a good time to ask yourself: are you ready? Don’t worry if the answer is no. Everything you need to know to Get Ready, Stay Ready this Sat. 11am-3pm at the SF Main Library. sf72.org/prepfair
4/18, 5:12am marks 117 years since the 1906 earthquake. All are welcome at Lotta's Fountain predawn to commemorate. While we can never dismiss the devastation this quake caused, this tradition is about honoring how resilient SF was 117 years ago & still is bit.ly/41bSdCC
April is Autism Awareness Month. I’m Isaac, the Communications Analyst at The Kelsey and I have autism. Housing that is supportive of autistic people can be affordable, include designs that support access needs, and have residential services and community inclusion programming.
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Ready for #quake? Don’t worry if the answer is no. We have all you need to know at the Get Ready, Stay Ready Preparedness Fair Sat, April 22nd 11am-3pm at the Main Library. The entire SF Bay Area is invited to a day of food, disaster preparedness & FUN! sf72.org/prepfair
As a plaintiff in the case of Olmstead v. L.C. in 1999, Lois Curtis made a reality for herself and others with disabilities, to live in the community. Our work could not exist without her. #blackhistorymonth
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#California, view our emergency resource guide to help prepare for emergencies, including winter storms: chhs.ca.gov/blog/2023/01/04/…
We all have a responsibility in an emergency to check on our family, friends & neighbors, especially older adults, those with disabilities & kids.
A special weather statement has been issued for San Mateo CA, South San Francisco CA and San Bruno CA until 10:30 PM PST
ALT This graphic displays a special weather statement plotted on a map. The statement is in effect until 10:30 PM PST. The statement includes San Mateo CA, South San Francisco CA and San Bruno CA. A strong thunderstorm will impact portions of northwestern San Mateo and southeastern San Francisco Counties through 1030 PM PST. The threats associated with this storm are wind gusts up to 55 MPH and no hail is expected. Seek shelter in a sturdy structure until the storm passes.
Another heavy rain band with very strong winds is coming ashore. Please stay off the roads tonight due to flooding and hazardous driving conditions from very strong winds. #CAwx
The employee was punched in the face multiple times after protecting a person with an intellectual disability from being bullied by the suspect, according to Antioch police. The victim lost her right eye due to the incident.
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Superfest film festival films are made by and are about people with disabilities and their experience in all their broad, beautiful diversity.
Superfest is part of the Longmore Center on Disability at San Francisco State University. A local treasure.
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Save the date!!
The 26th Annual Golden Gate Self Advocacy Conference
"Self-Care and Positive Coping in Current Times"
Wednesday, October 26th from 10:00 a.m. to noon.
via Zoom
Employment Grant Program Description
The Employment Grant Program will be administered by DDS. The purpose of the grant program is to increase competitive integrated employment opportunities for individuals served by regional centers.
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