Protect Your Property from Debris Flow and Mudslides Post Fire

Per the LA County website, after any significant wildfire involving mountains, canyons, foothills, and similar areas, there will be increased risks during heavy rainstorms of debris flows, rockslides, mudslides, and flooding for up to five years, whether or not the wildfire reached residential areas. This is primarily because it takes soil and vegetation conditions time to recover. That's what puts downhill and downstream areas at increased risk. For this storm or any significant storm, all residents are encouraged to:

• Avoid unnecessary travel.

• If driving is necessary, allow for extra time and drive cautiously, treating any intersection with traffic signals that have stopped operating or are flashing red as a four-way stop.

• Find the nearest sand and sandbag distribution site here.

• Have an emergency plan in place that is easy for all family members to understand.

• Monitor radio and TV news closely for information about weather conditions and flooding in their area.

• Be prepared to leave immediately if an evacuation is ordered. Have alternate evacuation routes out of the neighborhood.

• Identify important items ahead of time to take if evacuating (e.g., photos, important documents, medications, and other essential items for family and pets).

• Stay away from downed power lines.

• Stay away from flood control channels, catch basins, canyons, and natural waterways which are vulnerable to flooding during periods of heavy rain.

• Don't attempt to cross flooded areas and never enter moving water on foot or in a vehicle.

• If you see someone who has been swept into moving water, do not enter the water and attempt a rescue. Immediately call 9-1-1 and, if possible, throw a rope or some type of flotation device to them.

Visit here and here for rainstorm safety tips for burn-scar–affected residents.
Sign up here for county related safety alerts or download the Genasys Alert mobile app here to view your evacuation status.