LA City Alert: Major storm expected late Monday - Wednesday
The following issue has been provided to us by the City of Los Angeles.
City of Los Angeles Emergency Alert:
The National Weather Service has forecast that a major storm will impact the City of Los Angeles beginning tonight, Monday, October 13th, through early Wednesday morning, October 15th.
Parts of Los Angeles may receive up to 0.75 - 1 inch of rain, with 2 - 4 inches possible in the foothills. There is a moderate risk of significant flash flooding and debris flow across recent burn scars.
Get ready and take extra precautions. Impacts in the area could include power outages, debris flows, isolated waterspouts/tornadoes and flooding in rapidly rising waterways, as well as in roads and freeways.
The National Weather Service is providing updated weather information at https://www.weather.gov/lox/
When preparing for the storm, take the following actions:
There is potential for significant flash flooding and debris flow. Now is the time to start preparing your property.Secure your outdoor space- move furniture, umbrellas, and other light weight items to indoor or secured areas so they do not fly awayGather emergency supplies that will allow you to shelter in place during the storm, including food, water, radios, medication, and pet suppliesPrepare for power outages with batteries, flashlights, backup cell phone chargers and charging cablesSign up to receive text, email, and phone call emergency alerts for your home, work, and school at https://www.notifyla.orgPick-up sandbags from your local fire station. More information here: https://www.lafd.org/news/lafd-provides-sandbags-homeowners Prepare medical devices and cell phones for potential power outages by charging them completely and getting back-up systems readyCheck in on your neighbors to make sure they know about the storm conditions and are preparedDuring the storm, take the following actions:
Avoid driving if at all possible. Dangerous road conditions are anticipated throughout the region. Do not attempt to drive through flooded roadsBring pets inside during the storm to keep them safe from falling debrisCall 911 for life-threatening situations, such as people trapped by flooding or damaged trees, and debris flows threatening buildingsIf you see flooding, fallen trees, or other significant damage that isn’t immediately life threatening, report it by calling 311, or visit https://lacity.gov/myla311 Assume all downed power lines are electrified and dangerous. Report power issues to the Department of Water and Power by calling 1-800-342-5397Do not operate generators indoors or in garages. Generator operation tips can be found here: https://www.fema.gov/fact-sheet/use-generators-safely-homeMonitor https://Emergency.LACity.gov/Rain for information on the latest storm updates and City responseAlerta de emergencia de la ciudad de Los Ángeles:
El Servicio Meteorológico Nacional ha pronosticado que una tormenta significante impactará la ciudad de Los Ángeles a partir de esta noche, lunes 13 de octubre, hasta la madrugada del miércoles 15 de octubre.
Partes de la ciudad pueden recibir hasta 0.75 a 1 pulgada de lluvia, con 2 a 4 pulgadas posibles en las estribaciones. Existe un riesgo moderado de inundaciones repentinas y flujo de escombros importantes a través de las quemaduras recientes.
Prepárese y tome precauciones adicionales. Los impactos en el área podrían incluir cortes de energía, flujos de escombros, trombas marinas/tornados aislados e inundaciones en vías fluviales de rápido crecimiento, así como en carreteras y autopistas.
El Servicio Meteorológico Nacional continúa brindando información meteorológica actualizada en https://www.weather.gov/lox/