Summary: Heavy rain in Southern California has led to evacuation orders and warnings across multiple counties, including Los Angeles, Ventura, Orange, San Bernardino, and Santa Barbara. The orders and warnings cover various neighborhoods and communities, with specific details provided for each area.
As the rain pounds Southern California, communities across multiple counties are facing mandatory evacuation orders and evacuation warnings. From Los Angeles County to Ventura, Orange, San Bernardino, and Santa Barbara counties, residents are being urged to take precautions and stay safe amidst the heavy downpour.
Los Angeles County Evacuations and Warnings
In Los Angeles County, several areas are under mandatory evacuation orders and evacuation warnings. In Pacific Palisades, 106 homes are under mandatory evacuation, limiting the area to only residents until 2 p.m. on Friday. Meanwhile, contractors with passes will not be allowed entry. Evacuation warnings have also been issued for various neighborhoods, including the Getty Villa area, portions of Highlands, Bienveneda Avenue, Temescal Canyon Road, Marinette Road, Oracle Place, and the vicinity of Will Rogers State Park Road. The restrictions aim to ensure the safety of residents and prevent any potential hazards due to the rainstorm.
Moving on to Brentwood, a warning has been issued for Mandeville Canyon Road north of Tanners Road. In Malibu, an evacuation warning covers the eastern half of the city, extending from the eastern edge to the intersection of Pacific Coast Highway and Malibu Road near Bayshore Drive. The warning area includes the Malibu Civic Center and Pepperdine University. Pepperdine University has shifted to remote classes to ensure the safety of its students and faculty. Despite consulting engineers predicting a low risk of challenges from debris flow on the campus, precautions are being taken to minimize any potential risks.
Sunset Mesa, an unincorporated area between Malibu and Pacific Palisades, is under an evacuation warning. In Hollywood and Hollywood Hills West, nine homes are under a mandatory evacuation order, with additional warnings in effect around the Sunset fire burn zone. Sylmar has four homes under mandatory evacuation and warning for a portion of the western edge of Oakridge Mobile Home Park.
Evacuation Orders and Warnings in Other Counties
Moving beyond Los Angeles County, evacuation orders and warnings are also in effect in Ventura, Orange, San Bernardino, and Santa Barbara counties. In unincorporated Camarillo, evacuation warnings have been issued for residents north of the city limits. Orange County officials have mandated evacuations for areas in Trabuco Creek, Bell Canyon, and Hot Springs Canyon due to the risk of debris flows near the Airport fire burn scar. Voluntary evacuations are also in place for Long Canyon and Modjeska Canyon.
In San Bernardino County, evacuation warnings have been issued for Mount Baldy Village, Wrightwood, and certain neighborhoods in Highland. Santa Barbara County has issued an evacuation order for areas near the burn zone of the Lake fire, with additional warnings in effect for a wider area. These precautions aim to ensure the safety and well-being of residents in the face of the ongoing rainstorm.
As the rain continues to pour across Southern California, authorities are closely monitoring the situation and providing updates to residents. It is crucial for individuals in affected areas to heed evacuation orders and warnings, stay informed, and take necessary precautions to stay safe during this challenging time.
