Aug. 21, 2020 - CZU Lightning Complex: What You Need to Know

Updates as of noon, Friday, Aug. 21, 2020: Care and Shelter Approximately 4,600 people are under evacuation orders in the San Mateo County fire area. The County along with the American Red Cross is providing alternative housing for those who need it. Approximately 800 animals have been evacuated. Road Closures in Fire Zone

Public Safety Officials Urge People to Keep Coastal Roads Clear for First Responders, Evacuees

Fire and public safety officials ask people to avoid driving to the San Mateo County coast to keep roadways clear for emergency vehicles as well as residents evacuating from a series of wildfires raging through southern San Mateo and northern Santa Cruz counties.

Child Care Relief Fund Grants, COVID-19 Testing Dates, Case Count: Update on County Response to COVID-19

The County of San Mateo continues to work to protect public health and safety in response to the novel coronavirus known as COVID-19.

San Mateo County Supervisors Proclaim Local Emergency As Crews Battle Wildfires near Loma Mar, South Coast areas

Mandatory Evacuations Ordered for Threatened Communities, More Evacuation Warnings Expected

EDD Fraud Ring Uncovered; COVID-19 Testing Dates, COVID-19 Case Count: Update on County Response to COVID-19

The County of San Mateo continues to work to protect public health and safety in response to the novel coronavirus known as COVID-19.

Neighbor Campaign Targets Isolation; Enhanced Access for Remote Learning; COVID-19 Centers of Excellence Named, COVID-19 Case Count: Update on County Response to COVID-19

The County of San Mateo continues to work to protect public health and safety in response to the novel coronavirus known as COVID-19.

San Mateo County Partnership Brings Wireless Connectivity to K-12 Students in Need

County partners with local school districts to create better access for remote learning

Update on County Response to COVID-19

Aug. 11, 2020Redwood City – The County of San Mateo continues to work to protect public health and safety in response to the novel coronavirus known as COVID-19. The County of San Mateo’s Emergency Operations Center (EOC) remains open to coordinate countywide response and communications in response to the situation. The EOC’s Joint Information Center will provide status reports every Tuesday and Thursday until further notice. Today’s report:

Health Officer Message, Board's Actions Regarding COVID; Update on the County Response to COVID-19

The County of San Mateo continues to work to protect public health and safety in response to the novel coronavirus known as COVID-19.

Fines Now Possible for Violating Health Orders, Including Refusing to Wear Face Covering

Individuals who violate health orders, including refusing to wear a face covering in San Mateo County and commercial entities who allow these violations now risk incurring fines after the San Mateo County Board of Supervisors today adopted an urgency ordinance allowing the new penalties immediately.

Update on County Response to COVID-19

Redwood City – The County of San Mateo continues to work to protect public health and safety in response to the novel coronavirus known as COVID-19. The County of San Mateo’s Emergency Operations Center (EOC) remains open to coordinate countywide response and communications in response to the situation. The EOC’s Joint Information Center will provide status reports every Tuesday and Thursday until further notice. Today’s report:

UPDATE: Additional Businesses to Close Sunday, Aug. 2, 2020

As of Aug. 1 mid-day, the state has informed San Mateo County that due to being more than 3 days on the COVID monitoring list, specific indoor businesses must cease operations, unless they can be modified to operate outside or by pick-up.