ReadySCC
ReadySCC is a free, high-quality mobile app that helps create a family disaster preparedness plan in just a few simple steps.
Use ReadySCC to build up emergency supplies and store vital emergency contacts and links to resources.
The ReadySCC App is free to download:
Frequently Asked Questions
ReadySCC is free to users. It is paid for by the County of Santa Clara with grant funds provided by the Department of Homeland Security.
The Need to Know Flood Preparedness eGuide provided with ReadySCC was paid for by the Santa Clara Valley Water District. The app is not only free to download it is also free of pop-up ads and advertisements of any kind.
ReadySCC is an interactive app you use to create an emergency supply kit, stock food and water, first aid kits, go-bags as well as store critical information such as out-of-town contacts and meet-up locations for family members.
It also includes what you need to know about common disasters in our region, such as earthquakes, floods and wildfires as well as local services, resources, and tools (a flashlight, SOS beacon and Alarm) that you may need during a disaster.
The information you enter in ReadySCC is stored on your phone and is not uploaded to either QuickSeries or County servers.
The only information the County receives about the App is how many times it has been downloaded. "
Yes, the information you enter in ReadySCC is stored on your phone and is not uploaded to either QuickSeries or County servers.
The only information the County receives about the App is how many times it has been downloaded.
No. The information you enter in ReadySCC is stored on your phone and is not uploaded to QuickSeries, County servers, or the Cloud.
The only information the County receives about the App is how many times it has been downloaded.
Yes, San Bernardino County California as well as Harris County, Texas (where Houston is located) both have “Ready” apps from QuickSeries.
Currently ReadySCC is only available in English. ReadySCC was launched and made available to the public in September 2017.
Future releases may include versions in other languages frequently spoken in Santa Clara County.
The information and recommendations found on ReadySCC and in the Need to Know Guides is based on preparedness information published by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and Department of Homeland Security.
Most of this information is also available on the Federal Government’s Ready.gov website.
Yes. Please sign-up for AlertSCC to ensure you receive important advisories, alerts and warnings in the event of a disaster.
Be sure to also download and use ReadySCC so that you’re prepared to take care of yourself and your family when you receive an emergency alert or a disaster strikes without warning.
ReadySCC is available from the App Store to download to an iPhone or iPad and from Google Play for download to an Android device.
Here are the links to download:
ReadySCC stores your information and the things you need to know on your cell phone so that it’s ready and available in the event of a disaster.
When you’re without data/internet access you won’t be able to receive updates on things like Evacuation Centers, Shelters or Evacuation Routes through the app.
Once you’re able to connect you’ll receive all of the latest information available on the app.
QuickSeries, a publisher of pocket guides about a wide-range of subjects since 1992, launched their emergency preparedness app in 2016.
You can find out more about QuickSeries at: www.quickseries.com/about-us/
Related Links
Santa Clara County Amateur Radio Emergency Services/Radio Amateur Civil Emergency Services (ARES/RACES) Collaborating Agencies’ Disaster Relief Effort (CADRE) Santa Clara County Fire Department Santa Clara County Large Animal Evacuation Team California Office of Emergency Services Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) National Weather Service United States Geologic Service