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Wildfire burn areas brace for mudslides
As crews get a handle on the LA fires that have devastated communities, they must also prepare for a storm that could trigger mudslides in burn scar areas.
LOS ANGELES COUNTY, Calif. - As residents of the Eaton and Palisades fires continue the long road to recovery, they now face another possible disaster with rain on the way.
"As we drop the wind concerns and humidity issues, we have winter weather advisories beginning tomorrow," FOX 11 Meteorologist Soumada Khan explained.
Khan explained the wet weather poses a risk to burn scar areas that could trigger mud debris, land movement and flash flood conditions.
In addition, snow levels could drop to the pass level, possibly as low as 3,000 feet, and could impact travel along the Grapevine.
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SoCal prepares for a winter storm
After being hit with critical fire weather for weeks, Los Angeles braced for a winter storm that could trigger mudslides.
To help residents whose homes were spared by the Eaton and Palisades Fire, Los Angeles County opened sandbag distrubution sites in Altadena, Pasadena and Malibu.
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Where to get sandbags in Altadena, Pasadena and Malibu
Four sandbag distribution centers have been set up in areas of the Eaton and Palisades fires.
Sandbag distrubution centers
Los Angeles County
Four sandbag distrubution sites have been established by the Los Angeles County Department of Public Works. The sites are typically staffed between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. See the list below:
- Los Flores Creek Park: 3895 Tambla Pacifico Street, Malibu
- Altadena Golf Course: 1456 E. Mendocino Street, Altadena
- Victory Park: 2575 Paloma Street, Pasadena
- Robinson Park: 1081 N. Fair Oaks Avenue, Pasadena
Residents can also pick up sandbags at LA County fire stations. Residents are asked to call ahead before arrival to check availability.
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City of Los Angeles
From the shoreline to the Sam Fernando Valley, sandbags will be available at select Los Angeles Fire Department stations across the city. Those who live within LA City limits are asked to call before they arrive to ensure have not run out due to high demand.
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