Altadena Storm Preparedness: Free Sandbags, Home Assistance, and Community Forum

As the rainy season approaches, LA County and local community organizations are helping Altadena residents prepare for storms, flooding, and potential debris flows.

Free Sandbags: L.A. County Public Works is providing filled sandbags at the Altadena Fleet Maintenance Yard, 252 Mountain View St., during daylight hours through April 15, 2027, with a limit of 25 per household. Separately, Altadena Fire Brigade and Neighborhood First are offering free, appointment-based sandbag placement and gutter assistance for eligible households on Saturdays through December.

ACONA Community Forum — El Niño Preparedness and Altadena Reimagined: Residents are invited to a virtual community forum from 7–8:30 p.m. featuring L.A. County Public Works, Fire, and Sheriff's representatives discussing storm preparedness, along with updates on Altadena Reimagined and the Eaton Fire Collaborative. Residents can participate via Zoom and submit questions in advance.

Action: County Sandbag Pickup Locations | Request Neighborhood Storm Preparation Assistance | Join ACONA Zoom Forum | Submit Questions | Sign Up for L.A. County Emergency Alerts