Helpmap.us launches across the West Coast — November 1, 2026
California Oregon Washington
Helpmap.us launches across the West Coast — November 1, 2026
California Oregon Washington
Helpmap.us launches across the West Coast — November 1, 2026
California
Oregon
Washington
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The West Coast all on one map.
Know what's happening, where to connect, and what to do next.
Helpmap brings emergency information together in one accessible map, combining authoritative public information with reports from people on the ground. From wildfires and evacuations to floods, earthquakes, road closures, and power outages, Helpmap.us empowers communities and helps everyone understand what's happening around them.
Ready when you need it—save Helpmap.us on your home screen now.
Helpmap works directly from your phone. No app store required. Save Helpmap.us now so you can find it quickly when the platform launches for the West Coast on November 1.
For iPhone: Open helpmap.us in your web browser. Tap Share, then select Add to Home Screen.
For Android: Open helpmap.us in your web browser. Open the browser menu and select Add to Home Screen or Install App.
The West Coast all on one map.
The West Coast all on one map.
Know what's happening, where to connect, and what to do next.
Helpmap brings emergency information together in one accessible map, combining authoritative public information with reports from people on the ground. From wildfires and evacuations to floods, earthquakes, road closures, and power outages, Helpmap.us empowers communities and helps everyone understand what's happening around them.
Highway 1 flooded near Mill Valley, California (6 November 2025);
courtesy of Peter Godfrey-Smith.
Ready when you need it—save Helpmap.us on your home screen now.
Ready when you need it—save Helpmap.us on your home screen now.
Helpmap works directly from your phone. No app store required. Save Helpmap.us now so you can find it quickly when the platform launches for the West Coast on November 1.
For iPhone:
Open helpmap.us in your web browser.
Tap Share, then select Add to Home Screen.
For Android:
Open helpmap.us in your web browser.
Open the browser menu and select Add to Home Screen or Install App.
Helpmap works directly from your phone. No app store required. Save Helpmap.us now so you can find it quickly when the platform launches for the West Coast on November 1.
For iPhone: Open helpmap.us in your web browser. Tap Share, then select Add to Home Screen.
For Android: Open helpmap.us in your web browser. Open the browser menu and select Add to Home Screen or Install App.
Location-based notifications keep you informed about emergencies affecting your community.
Sign up for Helpmap's ZIP-code-based alerts to receive emergency information relevant to the places you care about. Whether you're at home, work, or taking care of a loved one in another neighborhood, Helpmap.us is designed to help you stay informed.
Don’t forget that Helpmap notifications supplement—but do not replace—official emergency alerts.
Authorized real-time information displayed in one place with a coherent, easy-to-understand design.
In-Map Community Reporting allows users to contribute anonymous, location-specific reports about the conditions on the ground.
Chatbot Reporting allows users to share reports about real-time conditions via instant messaging chatbots.
Wildfires & Evacuations APIs display available information about active wildfires, evacuation orders and warnings, and official fire perimeters.
Floods & Extreme Weather APIs relay weather warnings, changing river conditions, and flood information.
Roads & Power APIs let users see official reported transportation disruptions, road closures, electricity outages, and utility emergencies.
Earthquakes & Other Hazards give users access to geographically relevant information about earthquakes and other emergency conditions.
Learn how to best use Helpmap.us before the next emergency.
Helpmap is organizing training opportunities for residents, community organizations, emergency volunteers, and local partners throughout the West Coast. Learn how to navigate the map, understand emergency information, submit reports, and contribute to community coordination.
Location-based notifications keep you informed about emergencies affecting your community.
Sign up for Helpmap's ZIP-code-based alerts to receive emergency information relevant to the places you care about. Whether you're at home, work, or taking care of a loved one in another neighborhood, Helpmap.us is designed to help you stay informed.
Built for communities, open to everyone.
Helpmap is an open-source emergency mapping platform developed and maintained by Helpmap Agency, a nonprofit organization dedicated to community-led adaptation technology. Helpmap Agency believes people experiencing emergencies should be able to access reliable information, contribute their observations, and share a common picture of rapidly changing conditions. Our adaptation technology is designed to facilitate compassionate and dignified coordination and cooperation when it is needed most.
Learn More About Helpmap Agency
Built on CogniCity OSS and informed by more than a decade of emergency mapping expertise in South and Southeast Asia, Helpmap.us works to connect local knowledge with authoritative information to support community awareness and action.
Learn More About CogniCity OSS
Important Safety Notice
Helpmap is an independent community information platform. Information may be incomplete, inaccurate, or delayed. Helpmap does not replace 911, official emergency alerts, evacuation orders, or instructions from public authorities. If you are in immediate danger, call 911.
Location-based notifications keep you informed about emergencies affecting your community.
Sign up for Helpmap's ZIP-code-based alerts to receive emergency information relevant to the places you care about. Whether you're at home, work, or taking care of a loved one in another neighborhood, Helpmap.us is designed to help you stay informed.
Don’t forget that Helpmap notifications supplement—but do not replace—official emergency alerts.
Authorized real-time information displayed in one place with a coherent, easy-to-understand design.
Authorized real-time information displayed in one place with a coherent, easy-to-understand design.
In-Map Community Reporting allows users to contribute anonymous, location-specific reports about the conditions on the ground.
Chatbot Reporting allows users to share reports about real-time conditions via instant messaging chatbots.
Wildfires & Evacuations APIs display available information about active wildfires, evacuation orders and warnings, and official fire perimeters.
Floods & Extreme Weather APIs relay weather warnings, changing river conditions, and flood information.
Roads & Power APIs let users see official reported transportation disruptions, road closures, electricity outages, and utility emergencies.
Earthquakes & Other Hazards give users access to geographically relevant information about earthquakes and other emergency conditions.
Learn how to best use Helpmap.us before the next emergency.
Helpmap is organizing training opportunities for residents, community organizations, emergency volunteers, and local partners throughout the West Coast. Learn how to navigate the map, understand emergency information, submit reports, and contribute to community coordination.
Built for communities, open to everyone.
Helpmap is an open-source emergency mapping platform developed and maintained by Helpmap Agency, a nonprofit organization dedicated to community-led adaptation technology. Helpmap Agency believes people experiencing emergencies should be able to access reliable information, contribute their observations, and share a common picture of rapidly changing conditions. Our adaptation technology is designed to facilitate compassionate and dignified coordination and cooperation when it is needed most.
Learn More About Helpmap Agency
Built on CogniCity OSS and informed by more than a decade of emergency mapping expertise in South and Southeast Asia, Helpmap.us works to connect local knowledge with authoritative information to support community awareness and action.
Learn More About CogniCity OSS
Important Safety Notice
Helpmap is an independent community information platform. Information may be incomplete, inaccurate, or delayed. Helpmap does not replace 911, official emergency alerts, evacuation orders, or instructions from public authorities. If you are in immediate danger, call 911.
Learn how to best use Helpmap.us before the next emergency.
Helpmap is organizing training opportunities for residents, community organizations, emergency volunteers, and local partners throughout the West Coast. Learn how to navigate the map, understand emergency information, submit reports, and contribute to community coordination.
Built for communities, open to everyone.
Helpmap is an open-source emergency mapping platform developed and maintained by Helpmap Agency, a nonprofit organization dedicated to community-led adaptation technology. Helpmap Agency believes people experiencing emergencies should be able to access reliable information, contribute their observations, and share a common picture of rapidly changing conditions. Our adaptation technology is designed to facilitate compassionate and dignified coordination and cooperation when it is needed most.
Learn More About Helpmap Agency
Built on CogniCity OSS and informed by more than a decade of emergency mapping expertise in South and Southeast Asia, Helpmap.us works to connect local knowledge with authoritative information to support community awareness and action.
Learn More About CogniCity OSS
Important Safety Notice
Helpmap is an independent community information platform. Information may be incomplete, inaccurate, or delayed. Helpmap does not replace 911, official emergency alerts, evacuation orders, or instructions from public authorities. If you are in immediate danger, call 911.
Helpmap.us is an adaptation technology initiative developed and maintained by Helpmap Agency.
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Helpmap.us is an adaptation technology initiative developed and maintained by Helpmap Agency.
Cookie Settings
Helpmap Agency
366 rue Le Moyne
Montréal QC
H2Y 1Y3 Canada
+1 (263) 376 2356
admin@helpmap.agency
© Helpmap Agency 2026
Helpmap.us is an adaptation technology initiative developed and maintained by Helpmap Agency.
Cookie Settings
Helpmap Agency
366 rue Le Moyne
Montréal QC
H2Y 1Y3 Canada
+1 (263) 376 2356
admin@helpmap.agency
© Helpmap Agency 2026