City of West Hollywood Hosts Two Community Meetings about El Niño and Storm Preparedness for the 2026-27 Winter Season

The City of West Hollywood is preparing for the possibility of significant storms during the 2026-27 El Niño season and is encouraging community members to take steps now to prepare. The City, along with public safety partners from the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department (LASD) and the Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD), will host two virtual meetings designed to share information and answer questions about storm preparedness. Local businesses and residents are encouraged to attend. Participants are also encouraged to submit their questions in advance while registering for the meeting.

Businesses and employees working in West Hollywood are encouraged to attend the first discussion on Tuesday, November 17, 2026 at 4 p.m. Attendees should expect to receive via their registered email the link to join the meeting one hour before the scheduled start time. Advanced registration is required via the Zoom platform: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_THWKv3P4Se-fzTwg-Hp1wQ. West Hollywood businesses are also encouraged to review emergency and business-continuity plans, ensure employee and vendor contact information is current, consider how operations could continue during power outages or street closures, check set-ups for outdoor areas, protect important records and equipment, review insurance policies, sign-up for updates, and plan for communicating with employees and customers if operations are disrupted.

Residents are encouraged to attend the second virtual discussion on Tuesday, November 17, 2026 at 5 p.m. Attendees should expect to receive via their registered email the link to join the meeting one hour before the scheduled start time. Advanced registration is required via the Zoom platform: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_f3_c20wGTySC2ZG0XDeECQ. Community members can prepare now by signing up for emergency alerts, making an emergency plan, assembling essential supplies, reviewing insurance policies, clearing drains and gutters, preparing their property, and staying informed about changing weather conditions. Taking these steps now can help reduce risks and help keep households and the broader West Hollywood community safer during severe weather.

Both meetings will also be recorded and shared on the City's YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/wehotv.

The City is taking a coordinated cross-departmental approach to winter storm preparedness involving efforts from both the City as well as public safety partners. The City is assessing operations and taking proactive steps to prepare public infrastructure, maintain essential services, provide clear and timely information to the community, and ensure the City is ready to respond as conditions develop. As part of this, the City has launched storm preparedness information and tips at www.weho.org/elnino and www.weho.org/stormpreparedness. Additional emergency preparedness guidance and storm-related resources are also available at ready.lacounty.gov.

When severe weather arrives, stay informed and pay attention to official forecasts, emergency alerts, road closures, and instructions from public safety personnel. The City will use its website, social media channels, and, when appropriate during emergencies, Everbridge/Nixle alerts to provide information to the community before and during severe weather events. Community members can sign up for Los Angeles County emergency notifications at ready.lacounty.gov and can opt in to local Everbridge/Nixle alerts by texting a ZIP code to 888777.

In the days leading up to a storm event, the City will offer limited supplies of free sand-filled sandbags to West Hollywood residents and businesses to help direct flowing water away from structures. Details will be provided on @wehocity social media channels and on storm preparedness information website pages.

The City will work with community partners and service providers to help maintain critical services and support community members who may be particularly vulnerable during severe weather. The City's Human Services Division connects community members with programs and resources that support health, housing stability, wellness, safety, and overall well-being. Services include food and nutrition assistance, behavioral health resources, and services for older adults and people with disabilities. Community members affected by El Niño who need assistance identifying available resources or support are encouraged to contact the Human Services Division via the City's Human Services webpage at www.weho.org/humanservices or by calling (323) 848-6510.

For storm preparedness information and tips, visit www.weho.org/elnino or www.weho.org/stormpreparedness.

The City of West Hollywood will be available to support community members with storm preparedness questions and concerns. Residents in need of assistance may email [email protected], and businesses may email [email protected]. For people who are Deaf or hard of hearing dial 711 or 1-800-735-2929 (TTY) or 1-800-735-2922 (voice) for California Relay Service (CRS) assistance.

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For reporters and members of the media seeking additional information about the City of West Hollywood, please contact the City of West Hollywood's Public Information Officer, Sheri A. Lunn, at (323) 848-6391 or [email protected].