City Crews Continue Preparedness Measures Ahead of Second Round of Wet Weather This Week

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Evacuation Warning Extended for Recent Burn Scar Areas Until Further Notice; 311 Hours Extended to 9:00 PM

LOS ANGELES - The National Weather Service (NWS) forecasts continued heavy to moderate rain and a chance of isolated damaging winds and debris flows across the L.A. region today, Tuesday, February 17, through Wednesday, February 18. Heavy rain is expected to begin around 6:00 PM this evening until 3:00 AM tomorrow morning. Light to moderate rain is expected through Friday, February 20.

City of Los Angeles Alerts

• An Evacuation Warningwent into effect on Sunday, February 15, and will remain in effect until further notice for the Palisades, Sunset, and Hurst burn scar areas due to the potential for mud and debris flows. An Evacuation Warning is issued when there is the potential for hazardous conditions. Residents in the affected area should review their plans, gather essentials, and be prepared to leave if necessary.

National Weather Service Alerts

• A Flood Watch is in effect for the entire City starting at 6:00 PM tonight through tomorrow, February 18, at 6:00 AM.

• A Wind Advisory remains in effect for the entire City through tomorrow, February 18, at 6:00 AM.

• A High Surf Advisory remains in effect until Friday, February 20, at 10:00 PM for the Pacific Palisades, Playa del Rey, San Pedro, and Port of Los Angeles areas. Angelenos are encouraged to avoid the ocean.

• A Gale Warning, which includes sustained surface winds near coastal areas, is in effect starting at 8:00 PM tonight through tomorrow, February 18, at 9:00 AM for all inner waters near the Pacific Palisades, Playa del Rey, San Pedro, and Port of Los Angeles areas. Angelenos are encouraged to avoid boating until the weather is calmer.

Follow weather updates from the National Weather Service at weather.gov/lox.

The City's Emergency Operations Center will be activated overnight and the Mayor's Office will continue coordinating with the Emergency Management Department, LAFD, LAPD, L.A. County Public Works, and relevant City Departments to ensure all personnel are ready to respond as needed to keep Angelenos safe.

City Preparedness Measures

Following the January 2025 wildfires, Mayor Bass issued an Emergency Executive Ordermarshaling City Public Works crews to remove vegetation, install reinforced barriers, shore up hillsides, and clear debris from neighborhoods and burn areas. Much of these mitigation measures remain in place throughout Pacific Palisades, including sandbags and 13,000 feet of K-rail. Additionally:

• The Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD) remains pre-deployed with specialized resources that can assist with swift water rescues, mud and debris flows, and other rain-related issues with a specific focus in burn scar areas.

• The Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) is prepared to assist with any evacuation orders or other emergencies as needed.

• The Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (LADWP) is ready to respond to any potential power outages and will work around the clock to meet customer demand.

• Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority (LAHSA) teams have been conducting outreach to inform Angelenos of the weather and to provide them with safety information and supplies, especially those near waterways and areas prone to flooding. Hotel vouchers are being activated through outreach teams for Angelenos in need.

• Street Services crews are on standby and ready to respond to any impacts to roadways. LADOT and the Bureau of Engineering will continue to monitor known landslide-risk areas that could impact roadway access. With recent flooding impacting businesses in the Melrose area, City crews and equipment will remain on scene to address any further impacts, in addition to delivering sandbags and assisting property owners with cleanup.

• LA Sanitation crews are monitoring the City's wastewater conveyance system to manage incoming water flow. Crews regularly clean and monitor the 18 debris basins in the Palisades area to ensure the capture of mudflow from the burn scar areas and to allow stormwater to flow unobstructed into the storm drain system.

• Los Angeles World Airports personnel are prepared to respond in case of operational impacts. Passengers are encouraged to confirm their flight's status before they depart for LAX.

• The Tujunga Dam is being monitored by LA County Public Works to assess the need for any dam releases that could affect the Oro Vista/Arizona Crossing. Notifications and coordination among County and City partners will continue through the period of wet weather.

Resources For Angelenos

• All Angelenos are encouraged to sign up for Emergency Alerts at NotifyLA.org.

• Residents can pick up free sandbags at all Fire Stations throughout the City, with sand also available for free at select locations. Please call your nearest Fire Station beforehand to confirm sand availability.

• Call 911 for life-threatening situations. If you see flooding, fallen trees, or other significant damage that isn't immediately life-threatening, report it by calling 311 or visiting MyLA311 | City of Los Angeles, which will operate under extended hours today, Tuesday, February 17, from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM.

• Always assume any downed power lines are electrified and dangerous. In the event of a power outage:

  • Report power outages at www.ladwp.com/outagesor by calling 1-800-DIAL-DWP (1-800-342-5397).

  • LADWP customers can sign up to receive outage alerts via text or email at www.ladwp.com/outagealert.

  • LADWP also shares updates on outage restoration progress to affected communities via NextDoor.com.