***Winter Weather Resources – Shasta County

*In the case of an emergency, please call 9-1-1*

General Resources 

• Sign up for Alerts:
  • SHASCOM-911 
• American Red Cross:
  • If your home becomes uninhabitable due to weather conditions, call 844-236-0153.
  • For local assistance in Redding, call 530-559-0955
  • Provides immediate emergency response services such as shelter, food, clothing, and supplies to those affected by local disasters.
• Resources for Seniors and People with Disabilities
  • DHCL – Supportive Services and Resource Program 
  • DAC – Disability Support Services
  • DAC – Durable Medical Equipment & Assistive Technology 
• Disaster-Related Food Assistance
  • CalFresh
    • Clients who are evacuated or affected by a disaster and need food replacement may contact their local CalFresh office to determine eligibility.
    • Individuals and families not eligible for regular CalFresh may qualify for Disaster CalFresh based on disaster-related expenses.
    • Website: www.shastacounty.gov/health-human-services/page/calfresh
    • Phone: 877-652-0731

Weather Conditions: 

• National Weather Service: 
  • For up-to-date information, please go to www.weather.gov and enter your zip code. 
  • Find information posted on x.com: x.com/NWSSacramento 

• Driving Tips: www.chp.ca.gov/programs-services/services-information/winter-driving-tips 

Winter Weather preparation and resources 

• Shasta Ready: www.shastacounty.gov/ready/page/extreme-weather 
• Emergency Preparedness LISTOS: 211norcal.org/emergency-preparedness 
• American Red Cross: Prepare for Emergencies

Flood preparation and resources:

• Sandbag Locations and Information:
  • www.shastacounty.gov/ready/page/extreme-weather
  • www.cityofredding.gov/government/departments/public_works/sandbags.php

Power outages 

• In the case of a power outage, please contact your power company for updates. 
• For PG&E updates or to sign up for alerts, go to: Outage Alerts Or call 800-743-5000 
  • Generator and Battery Rebate: PG&E Generator & Battery Rebates

Highway/Road Conditions 

• Caltrans: For local highway conditions
  • Website: quickmap.dot.ca.gov (or download QuickMap app on phone) 
  • x.com: x.com/CaltransD2.  

Reporting and concerns 

• Shasta County Sheriff’s Office: 530-245-6000 (24/7) or Shasta County Public Works: 530-225-5661 (Mon-Fri 8am-5pm) to report outside City of Redding. 

• City of Redding: For ways to report any issues please visit City of Redding Emergency Resources webpage

• Redding Police Department non-emergency: 530-225-4564 (24/7) or City of Redding Public Works: 530-224-6068 (Mon-Fri 7am-3pm; after hours answering service) to report inside City of Redding. 

• Shascom non-emergency: 530-245-6540 

• In the case of an emergency call 9-1-1. 

Places to go to stay warm 

• Good News Rescue Mission: All are welcome to sit in their chapel during the day, and/or stay in their shelter at night. 530-241-5754.

• Public Libraries: Find your closest public library HERE. 

For further assistance, call 2-1-1 or text your zip code to 898-211. In the case of an emergency, please call 9-1-1.