Rapidly moving debris and landslides can injure people, disrupt utilities, damage homes and other buildings, and block transportation corridors and transit rails, impacting both commuters and people who need to evacuate. They pose an acute threat to the safety of those who live or who are using roadways below them. The placement of roads in valleys or along the sides of slopes and roads themselves can destabilize slopes over the long term.
Community members may have fewer resources to recover in the aftermath of debris flows. Renters can have limited control over whether or when their housing may be repaired or rebuilt. Communities can be more likely to experience challenges during disasters, especially if they also lack access to transportation, lack access to cell phone or internet service, or face language barriers.
The County of San Mateo Sustainability Department is hosting a free tire recycling drop-off event for San Mateo County residents. There is a limit of 9 passenger or light truck tires per vehicle, as required by state law. Tires accepted at this event must be size R19.5 or smaller, with or without rims. Please ensure the tires are deflated. Tires from commercial, auto repair, and/or salvage businesses will not be accepted.
- Location: Pescadero High School, 360 Butano Cutoff, Pescadero
- Date: April 11, 2026
- Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
- Collector: San Jose Conservation Corps
Questions?
- Call 888-442-2666
Residents must provide proof of residency in San Mateo County (e.g., driver’s license, utility bill, garbage collection bill, etc.).
For larger truck tires (tractor, truck etc.) contact the Sustainability Department at 888-442-2666 for recycling location information or visit www.recyclestuff.org.
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