Emergency Services
In an emergency, dial 9-1-1.
When responding to an emergency, every second counts. The following resources can help you prepare for the unexpected, along with a list of contacts for Riverside County emergency preparedness officials, police and fire agencies.
Alert RivCo
Alert RivCo
The County of Riverside has a system that rapidly calls residents to alert people living in harm’s way of an emergency event or disaster.
If you wish to receive a phone call and text message on your cell phone, you must register that number in Alert RivCo by clicking the "Register Now" button to your left and completing the form. Your number will be added to the regional database immediately.
RivCo Ready
RivCo Ready
The RivCo Ready site offers tips on what to do in several emergency situations, including earthquakes, floods, and power outages. Preparing for a disaster today will shape what your life will be like after the disaster strikes.
Emergency Management Department
Emergency Management Department
The Emergency Management Department is charged with preparing for, mitigating for, responding to and recovering from emergencies and disasters. The department is also the local emergency medical services authority for Riverside County, which regulates pre-hospital care from paramedics and ambulance providers.
Fire Department
Fire Department
There are more than 100 CALFIRE/Riverside County fire stations in unincorporated areas and contract cities. Locate the nearest fire station to your home, and learn about the Fire Department’s safety and preparedness information.
Police Departments in Riverside County
Police Departments in Riverside County
The Riverside County Sheriff’s department serves all unincorporated areas in Riverside County, as well as 16 contract cities and one tribe. For a complete list of all police departments in Riverside County, including cities with their own police departments, click here.