January 26, 2021
Dear Patrons,

A large storm, with heavy rains and high winds, is expected to hit Monterey County beginning tonight and continuing through Thursday.


Stay safe,
Your Library Staff
Curbside Pickup 1/27-1/29
You can still come get your books! Curbside pickup is currently set to go forward as planned, barring dangerous conditions.

If you need to reschedule or if you miss your pickup, let us know!
Call 831-624-4629, email hml.reference@gmail.com, or text lib@cbts.us.
Farmers' Market Cancelled 1/28
Due to the stormy weather, the decision has been made to cancel this Thursday's (1/28/21) Farmers' Market.
Evacuation Orders & Centers
Active evacuation orders as of 4pm, Tuesday, Jan. 26:
Temporary Evacuation Points
If you're under an evacuation order and need a safe place:

Evacuating with Pets
Under an evacuation order, and not sure what to do with your pets or livestock? Call the SPCA for Monterey County at 831-373-2631.

Call 211
If you have questions about evacuation orders, temporary evacuation centers, or safety information, call 211. Assistance is available in English and Spanish.
Stay Informed
Emergency notifications will be issued through Alert MontereyCounty.org. Make sure to register to receive notifications! 

Important phone numbers:
  • For life-threatening or after-hours emergencies, please call 911
  • For non-emergencies, call the Carmel Police Department 831-624-6403
  • For information on evacuation orders and evacuation centers, call 211
  • For power outage information call PG&E 1-800-743-5000

Important websites: 
What to Expect
Be prepared for:
  • flooding
  • debris flows in recent burn areas
  • downed trees and power lines
  • power outages
If you have questions, reach out to us. We're here to help.