EVACUATION WARNINGS FOR FRANKLIN & PALISADES BURN AREAS 12/23 DUE TO HEAVY RAIN & POTENTIAL MUD/DEBRIS FLOWS
UPDATE: 12/23, 6PM - Wind Warning: NWS has issued a High Wind Warning in effect for LA County including Malibu through 3 PM Thursday, 12/25. Winds of 30–50 mph with damaging gusts up to 70 mph (locally higher in mountains) expected. Impacts may include: downed trees and power lines, power outages and property damage, hazardous road conditions, especially for high-profile vehicles. Secure outdoor furniture, drive with extreme caution, or stay off the roads if possible.
Hazardous Beach Conditions: LA County Department of Public Health advises against coming in contact with ocean water within 72 hours of significant rain, especially near flowing storm drains, rivers, and creeks. Rain runoff can carry high levels of bacteria and pollutants that can make you sick. The storm will create dangerous beach and ocean water conditions, with heavy surf, dangerous debris in the water, beach erosion, and dangerous rip currents. Avoid the beaches, and do not stand on rocks and jetties. More info: http://publichealth.lacounty.gov/phcommon/public/eh/water_quality/beach_grades.cfm/
UPDATE: 12/23 - Canyons Closed: Malibu Canyon, Tuna Canyon and Topanga Canyon are closed for storm safety starting Tuesday evening, 12/23. Malibu and Tuna Canyons close at 8PM. Topanga closes at 9PM through at least 12/26. Reopening time is dependent on the assessed conditions.
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Heavy rain is forecast in Malibu Tues 12/23 through Sat night 12/27, with the heaviest rain late Tues and Wed nights. Rain totals up to 4–8 inches for coasts and valleys and 6–12 inches for mountains and foothills. Dangerous ocean conditions expected. A Flood Watch is in effect Tues–Wed.
An Evacuation Warning is issued for the Palisades and Franklin Fire burn areas beginning Tues 12/23 at 11:00 AM due to potential mud and debris flows. Residents needing additional time to evacuate should leave early. LA County Sheriff’s Deputies will conduct in-person notifications with flyers at vulnerable properties.
LA County Public Works has issued a Phase 2 debris flow forecast (moderate to heavy mud/debris flows) for the Franklin and Palisades burn areas from Tues 12/23 at 11:00 AM through Thu 12/25 at 11:00 PM.
Residents should prepare for mudslides, debris, rocks, and water on roads, especially in canyons and burn areas. Rainfall as low as 0.50 inches per hour can trigger debris flows. Expect possible power and traffic signal outages; under CA law, treat malfunctioning signals as all-way stops. Watch for crews and work vehicles.
City Public Works crews will patrol roads, clear drainage, pre-place heavy equipment and K-rails, and deploy backup generators if needed.
SANDBAGS
- All LA County Fire Stations have sandbags (some have sand)
- Camp 13, 1252 Encinal Cyn Rd – sand & bags
- Fire Station 70, 3970 Carbon Cyn Rd – sand & bags
- Zuma Beach Main Entrance, 3000 PCH – sand & bags
- Malibu Library, 23519 Civic Center Way – filled sandbags through Apr 15 (staff will load your vehicle 9AM – 4PM before/during storms)
- Do not remove sand from beaches - it is prohibited under County law, and is harmful to the beach ecosystem.
Evacuation maps: http://Protect.Genasys.com
Sandbags: http://dpw.lacounty.gov/dsg/sandbags
Alerts: https://ready.lacounty.gov/emergency-notifications/
Road conditions: https://quickmap.dot.ca.gov/