As Los Angeles faces continued wet weather, Mayor Karen Bass is taking action to deploy resources throughout the city in a strategic manner. According to an announcement on the mayor's official website, a Flood Advisory has been issued by the National Weather Service for parts of L.A. County. With the threat of flooding and debris flows, Evacuation Orders have been placed for vulnerable properties within the Palisades, Hurst, and Sunset burn scar areas, effective from 8:00 PM tonight through 8:00 AM Sunday.
The city's Emergency Operations Center remains active, ensuring that the Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD), Police Department (LAPD), and other agencies are prepared to respond to the effects of the storm, including power outages and potential road flooding. Issuing an Emergency Executive Order earlier this year after the January wildfires, Mayor Bass has worked to prepare for such events, with the removal of vegetation and installation of barriers like the 13,000 feet of K-rail in Pacific Palisades, coming down to the readiness LA now depends on.
In preparation for the severe weather, LAFD has in place a 22-member strike team, six brush patrol units, and a 27-member handcrew, among other resources, ready to tackle emergencies, as reported by the mayor's news release. Additionally, two dispatchers have been added at Metro Fire Communications to handle the expected increase in call volume.
Coordinating with LAHSA, hotel vouchers will be provided for those in need, with outreach efforts being conducted to ensure the safety of Angelenos, especially those near waterways and flood-prone regions. The L.A. Department of Water and Power (LADWP) stands ready to tackle any power outages, operating around the clock to restore services and meet customer demand. When the storm brings the water that the sanitation crews have readied themselves for, additional staff will be on hand to manage the flow through L.A.'s wastewater conveyance system.
For the duration of the inclement weather, residents can pick up sandbags at local fire stations and are urged to sign up for Emergency Alerts at NotifyLA.org. Fallen trees, flooding, and other non-life-threatening damages should be reported by calling 311 or visiting the provided city service link. LADWP customers are advised to report power outages through the utility's website or via a dedicated phone line, with updates being posted on NextDoor.com.
