Piedmont Adopts New Hazard Mitigation Plan

Plan aims to reduce damage from earthquakes, wildfires, and severe weather

Published on Mar. 5, 2026

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Piedmont's City Council has approved an updated five-year Hazard Mitigation Plan to help protect homes, infrastructure, and residents from the biggest threats facing the city, including earthquakes, wildfires, and severe weather. The plan outlines 30 specific actions to mitigate these risks.

Why it matters

The new Hazard Mitigation Plan is an important step for Piedmont to proactively address the growing risks of natural disasters in the region, which have become more frequent and severe due to climate change. By identifying vulnerabilities and implementing targeted preparedness measures, the city aims to enhance community resilience.

The details

The updated Hazard Mitigation Plan pinpoints Piedmont's biggest threats, explains how they could impact the city, and lays out 30 specific actions—both new and carried over from 2019—to help protect homes, infrastructure, and residents. These actions include measures to strengthen building codes, improve emergency communication systems, and increase vegetation management to reduce wildfire risks.

  • Piedmont's City Council approved the updated five-year Hazard Mitigation Plan in March 2026.

The players

Piedmont City Council

The governing body of the City of Piedmont, California that approved the updated Hazard Mitigation Plan.

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What’s next

The city will begin implementing the 30 actions outlined in the Hazard Mitigation Plan to enhance Piedmont's preparedness for earthquakes, wildfires, and severe weather.

The takeaway

Piedmont's new Hazard Mitigation Plan represents a proactive and comprehensive approach to addressing the growing risks of natural disasters in the region. By identifying vulnerabilities and taking targeted steps to improve community resilience, the city is working to protect its residents and infrastructure.