Current Weather Advisories

Meterology professor Alison Bridger

This page provides specific weather event updates and general safety guidelines. 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: Storm Event

An atmospheric river is forecast to impact the Bay Area from Wednesday, November 20 to Saturday, November 23. Excessive rain and heavy flooding are expected in parts of the region. SJSU and San José are not forecast to have flooding or heavy rain.

Unless the university communicates otherwise:

  • On-campus classes and events will continue as scheduled.
  • The SRAC, Student Union and Wellness Center are open.
  • Sporting events at the Events Center or South Campus will happen as scheduled.
  • Employees and contractors are expected to report to their respective work locations, if on campus, for scheduled shifts.
  • Please note that some departments or classes may choose to go remote during severe weather (mainly: during heavy winter storms). Departments, faculty and supervisors/managers must communicate with their employees, students and customers whether they will not be on campus or unavailable in person.

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.

Students, faculty and staff can also access internet connection through:

Visit the IT website or call the IT help desk at (408) 924-1530 for assistance connecting to the SJSU VPN or eduroam.

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
  • Download the Spartan Safe mobile app and keep notifications on
  • 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 high temperatures
    • Know the signs and symptoms of heat-related illnesses
    • Drink plenty of fluids, stay in air-conditioned spaces, stay out
      of the sun especially when the sun is at its highest in the sky typically between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. and check up on relatives and neighbors.
    • Young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles for any amount of time. California state law protects from liability those who take reasonable and necesary steps to remove a child or animal from a vehicle if the child or animal's safety is believed to be in danger from heat, cold or lack of adequate ventilation. 
    • Consider rescheduling outdoor activities for early morning or evening hours.
    • Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when possible. 
  • Prepare for flooding
  • Prepare for bad air quality
    • When there are fires in California, the air quality around campus can sometimes pose health risks. Air quality safety.
  • 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