Official account of the County of Los Angeles - Office of Emergency Management (OEM). LA County OEM was established by Chapter 2.68 of the County Code.
We are responsible for coordinating preparedness, response and recovery efforts when a large disaster or emergency impacts LA County.
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US National Weather Service Los Angeles/Oxnard forecasts for next few days. Now Is the time to finish your final preps before the rain begins.
- Areas near recent burn areas should take special precautions for possible debris flows.
- Drivers should expect Impacts to travel on roads.
Visit ready.lacounty.gov/rain for more preparedness tips & resources and follow local media for up-to-date info.
🚩 Red Flag Warnings now in effect for . Take time to evaluate your preparedness in the event of wildfire. 🔥
Visit ready.lacounty.gov/fire for tips & resources.
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Thank you to all who served. And a Happy Veterans Day to all.
on the way. Make sure you’re ready for the next days ahead. For resources on getting weather ready visit ready.lacounty.gov/rain
Happy Halloween! For those looking to Trick or Treat with your little ghouls, take time to prepare to celebrate safely. For Halloween safety tips, visit https://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/halloween-safety-tips-costumes-candy-and-colored-contact-lenses
Los Angeles County Office of Emergency Management hosting California Specialized Training Institute & Disaster Management Area D at the CEOC for their session of Emergency Management - All Hazards training. Emergency Managers from all over California got together for a few days of training, exercise, and networking to better prepare for incidents and disasters that threaten the region.
in the forecast for a few more days. Take care if you live near burn scars or if you hear lightning.
For more rain safety resources visit http://ready.lacounty.gov/rain
Today marks the end of . Preparedness is a year-round effort & NOW is the right time to: make a plan; build & keep supplies; know how to stay informed, and; get involved.
Our Emergency Survival Guide is available in 15 languages to help communities plan & prepare for disasters & emergencies. Visit https://ready.lacounty.gov/emergency-survival-guide/ to download a copy.
Cooling Centers and Cool Spots are open throughout County of Los Angeles to offer relief from the heat.
Visit ready.lacounty.gov/heat or your local city's website for locations and resources to help .
California ISO Flex Alert in effect from 4pm-9pm:
✅ Set thermostats to 78 degrees
✅ Avoid using major appliances
✅ Turn off unnecessary lights
✅ Use fans for cooling
✅ Unplug unused items
Let’s all do our part to keep the grid stable by conserving energy!
California ISO Flex Alert in effect from 4pm-10pm. Take the recommended actions to keep the grid stable:
- Set thermostats to 78 degrees
- Avoid using major appliances
- Turn off unnecessary lighting
- Use fans for cooling
- Unplug unused items from outlets
Let's do our part! Visit flexalert.org for more tips.
A has been issued by California ISO from 4pm - 10pm. Excessive Heat will test our electrical grid making conservation efforts critical.
Take steps to cool & prepare your home before this afternoon. Visit flexalert.org for more.
Cooling Centers are open through this weekend to help residents . Visit ready.lacounty.gov/heat or your city’s page for resources to find relief from the heat.
Cooling Centers are open through this Labor Day weekend to provide relief from the Heat.
Up-to-date listings may be found at ready.lacounty.gov/heat
REMINDER: Beginning Sept. 6, a large pipeline delivering water to a part of Metropolitan Water District of Southern California's service area will be undergoing an urgent repair. Portions of County of Los Angeles will need to suspend outdoor watering for 15 days. Visit http://mwdh2o.com/shutdown to find out if you live in an affected area.
Excessive Heat Warning for parts of LA County starting Wednesday 8/31/22 – Monday 9/5/22. For tips & more information, visit tinyurl.com/ExtremeHeat2022
Excessive Heat Warning beginning Wednesday for County of Los Angeles through Labor Day Weekend. Extreme heat will have significant impacts on vulnerable populations and those working outdoors.
Visit http://ready.lacounty.gov/heat for information & locations where you can find relief and .
Be prepared! A large pipeline delivering water to a part of Metropolitan’s service area will be undergoing an urgent repair starting Sept. 6. Some areas of LA County will need to suspend outdoor watering for 15 days. Visit https://www.mwdh2o.com/projects-in-your-community/ to find out if you live in an affected area and learn more about what you can do to maintain landscapes while the pipeline is being repaired.
Excessive Heat Warning & Heat Advisories for portions of Los Angeles County until 10PM today.
Visit http://ready.lacounty.gov/heat for ways to stay cool and safe in
Residents of County of Los Angeles are called to observe Metropolitan Water District of Southern California's call to action to cut outdoor watering September 6-20 on top of overall water conservation efforts during this current drought.
Visit http://mwdh2o.com for more information leading up to this effort.
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in effect through portions of Los Angeles County.
NOW is the time to be READY and SET in the event you need to GO due to an evacuation order. Visit http://ready.lacounty.gov/fire for more tips and resources to be wildfire ready.
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Three easy tips to keep you safe during the heat:
1️⃣ Drink plenty of fluids
2️⃣ Wear lightweight loose-fitting clothing
3️⃣ Find an air-conditioned location
More tips & resources at ready.lacounty.gov/heat
Extreme heat is defined as a long period of high heat combined with humidity and temperatures above 90 degrees. In extreme heat, evaporation is slowed and the human body must work extra hard to maintain a normal temperature.
For 247 years, U.S. Army has defended the nation overseas and at home. Their support of civil authorities during the pandemic was instrumental in standing up one of the first Federal COVID vaccine sites at California State University, Los Angeles to serve the residents of County of Los Angeles
Happy Birthday, U.S. Army! HOOAH!
As we head into summer, prepare NOW for heat and fire weather conditions.
Find tips and resources at ready.lacounty.gov.
🌇☀️ is on the way. Take time to review your plan to .
Tip: Many public facilities (libraries, parks, community centers) are available to residents to escape the heat. Check your local city for info.
Visit ready.lacounty.gov/heat for more tips & resources.
On Memorial Day, we pause to remember those who gave their lives in service to our country.
As we enjoy this day, let us never forget it was borne by the sacrifice of those who “gave the last full measure of devotion.”
Hitting the Beach for Memorial Day? Find some important safety advice from the professionals at Los Angeles County Fire Department, Lifeguard Division.
Kicking off National Beach Safety Week with some information on how to keep you and your family safe when visiting the beach this Summer! At of Los...
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Repost • LACoFD Lifeguard Division] Each year, as summer begins, sponsors National Beach Safety Week in an effort to remind beachgoers to use caution when visiting the beach. Here in Los Angeles County, the LACoFD Lifeguard Division] would like to echo that message and share some important tips to keep you and your family safe when visiting our beaches.
When preparing for a day at the beach most people think about packing the beach essentials; food, water, an umbrella, and sunscreen. However the most important thing you can do to prepare for a safe day at the beach is talking to the lifeguard when you show up. Lifeguards are knowledgeable about the ocean & beach conditions, can point out any existing hazards, and direct beachgoers to safest areas to swim. Be sure to stop by the nearest OPEN Lifeguard tower on your next trip to the beach! 📷:
Elevated to brief critical fire weather conditions mean that the combination of gusty winds of 25 mph or greater and relative humidity of 15 percent or less may be reached for several hours during the period of time specified. No red flag warning is in effect, however, wildfires will be possible due to the dry and windy conditions and below normal live fuel moisture contained in small shrubs and vegetation across the area. Use extreme caution with potential ignition sources, including w**d or grass trimmers. Prepare an emergency kit in case you are told to evacuate by officials during a wildfire. Stay tuned to local media and weather forecast information.
The main areas of concern include the interior valleys, mountains and Antelope Valley of southwest California through Thursday evening.
In the event of a , KNOW how & where to get information. Public safety agencies have number of tools to notify you of threats and what action to take to keep yourself safe.
Visit https://ready.lacounty.gov/emergency-notifications/ for information on how to be informed wherever you live, play, and work.
As we approach season, it’s important to . Having a Preparedness Plan for you and your household will save needless worry during an emergency.
Need a place to start? Visit our page http://ready.lacounty.gov/have-a-plan/ for resources to .
Today is the first day of . Community preparedness begins with personal preparedness. NOW is the time to get READY!
For information & resources on becoming visit ready.lacounty.gov/fire
Winds are picking up over southwest California, and will continue to today. Widespread gusty winds over most areas expected. Stay safe neighbors.
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Pets are part of our family, as such plan for them much like any other family member to ensure they are safe and comfortable during an emergency.
Visit ready.lacounty.gov for tips and resources on keeping your pets safe.
Tip: Many public-facing County & City facilities are open to residents during this Heat Wave.
Visit ready.lacounty.gov/heat or your local city’s website for a listing of locations & facilities where you can
⚠️ California is expecting excessive heat beginning today and into Friday. Stay safe by hydrating with water, finding shade, wearing sunscreen, and taking breaks when outside. If possible, stay in air-conditioned buildings as much as you can.
Learn how to stay safe during a heatwave at weather.gov/heat
Come stop by! We are open to the public from 8am-1pm at Patsaouras Transit Plaza in Union Station!
Talk with earthquake experts to learn what step you can take to prepare and minimize impacts of an earthquake.
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Excessive Heat Warning beginning Wednesday for County of Los Angeles through Labor Day Weekend. Extreme heat will have significant impacts on vulnerable populations and those working outdoors. Visit http://ready.lacounty.gov/heat for information & locations where you can find relief and #BeatTheHeat.
On Memorial Day, we pause to remember those who gave their lives in service to our country. As we enjoy this day, let us never forget it was borne by the sacrifice of those who “gave the last full measure of devotion.”
As we approach #Wildfire season, it’s important to #PlanAhead. Having a Preparedness Plan for you and your household will save needless worry during an emergency. Need a place to start? Visit our page http://ready.lacounty.gov/have-a-plan/ for resources to #GetReady. #WildfirePreparednessWeek
Today is the first day of #WildfirePreparednessWeek. Community preparedness begins with personal preparedness. NOW is the time to get READY! For information & resources on becoming #WildfireReady visit ready.lacounty.gov/fire
Partnered with @nwslosangeles to test #noaaweatherradio as an alerting capability for the residents of #countyoflosangeles. Our test today is a step to increasing capability to alert & warn the public.
September marks #nationalpreparednessmonth. Our Emergency Survival Guide is available in 15 languages to help you prepare, respond to, and recover from disasters. Visit our page at ready.lacounty.gov to download your ESG and for other resources to help you #BeReady.
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