Palisades Fire continues to burn as strong winds are expected to return
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The Palisades Fire, which is now known as the most destructive wildfire in Los Angeles history, continues to burn and threaten homes as the firefight enters day six.
As of Sunday evening, the fire burned 23,713 acres and is 13% contained.
"Air and ground crews worked tirelessly overnight with favorable wind conditions to prevent further spread into the Mandeville Canyon area," LAFD Chief Kristin Crowley said during a press conference Sunday.
At least 5,316 structures have been destroyed, a number that includes automobiles, and at least 426 homes have been destroyed. Authorities said approximately 105,000 people are currently evacuated.
Eight deaths have been confirmed from the Palisades Fire, as of Sunday night. Another 16 people were confirmed dead in the Eaton Fire.
LA County Sheriff Robert Luna said some people are attempting to return home or see their home but urged them not to as the area remains dangerous. In the fire zones there is no power, no water, and several broken gas lines.
"In driving around some of these areas, they literally look like war zones. There are downed power poles, electric wires, there are still some smoldering fires. It is not safe. We do care, we want to get you back into your homes, but we can't allow that until it is safe for you to do so," Luna said during a press briefing Sunday morning.
According to LA County Fire Chief Anthony Marrone, residents will not be let back until the upcoming Red Flag event is over. By Thursday morning, officials anticipate having an update on possible repopulation.
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On Sunday, Gov. Gavin Newsom said he's deploying an additional 1,000 California National Guard members to LA to support safety and security efforts in the wildfire areas, bringing the total deployment to approximately 2,500.
Weather Conditions
Firefighters are trying to put down the flames in preparation for a return of strong winds as Cal Fire noted, "Sunday through Wednesday, widespread critical fire weather conditions are expected with strong Santa Ana winds."
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The strongest winds are likely to happen Tuesday with a Red Flag Warning in effect from 4 p.m. Monday to 6 p.m. Wednesday evening.
Palisades Fire Evacuations
Evacuation orders and warnings have been issued in the cities of Malibu, Los Angeles and Santa Monica, as well as many unincorporated areas of Los Angeles County.
Mandatory evacuation zone:
- From the Pacific Ocean (west) to the 405 Freeway (east), San Vicente Boulevard (south).
Evacuation warnings:
On Sunday, evacuation orders in the Brentwood and Encino areas were downgraded to warnings. The two areas are:
- Area One (LOS-Q0779) is north of W. Sunset Blvd up to and including Mount Saint Mary's University and from North Bundy Drive to the San Diego Fwy.
- Area Two (LOS-Q0762B) includes the northern boundary of the Encino Reservoir, from Vanalden Ave. East to Strawberry Field Park.
Residents in those areas are permitted to return to their homes, according to the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department.
- Sunset Boulevard (south) to Mulholland Drive (north), Bellagio Road/Roscomare Road (east) to the 405 Freeway (west).
- Mulholland/Sepulveda Boulevard (south) to Ventura Boulevard (north), the 405 Freeway (east) to Louise Avenue (west).
Evacuation orders are below in light red. Evacuation warnings are in light yellow.
A map of current evacuation warnings and orders as of 3 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 12.
Road Closures
The latest road closures from the California Highway Patrol can be found on the LA County Emergency web page here.
Several off-ramps on the 405 Freeway have been closed, including:
- Southbound I-405 Sepulveda Boulevard off-ramp
- Southbound 1-405 Valley Vista Boulevard off-ramp
- Getty Center Drive off-ramps in both directions
- Skirball Center Drive off-ramps in both directions
- Southbound Sunset Boulevard off-ramp
- Southbound Wilshire Boulevard off-ramp
- Southbound Santa Monica Boulevard off-ramp
- Southbound Olympic/Pico Boulevard off-ramp
Portions of PCH are also closed, including:
- Southbound lanes at Civi Center
- Northbound lanes at McClure Tunnel
Interstate 10
- Westbound I-10 closed at Lincoln Boulevard
- Westbound I-10 4th and 5th Street on ramps closed
Topanga Canyon Boulevard
- Fully closed between PCH and Mulholland Drive.
Other road closures include:
- Mulholland Hwy at Stunt Rd
- Topanga Canyon Blvd at Mulholland Dr
- Malibu Canyon Rd at Piuma Rd
- Topanga Canyon Blvd at Entrado Dr
- Piuma Rd at Woodbluff Rd
Evacuation Shelters
Evacuation shelters are available in multiple areas for residents who need to leave the area:
Calvary Community Church
- 5495 Via Rocas, Westlake Village, CA 91362
El Camino Real Charter High School
- 5440 Valley Circle Boulevard, Woodland Hills, CA 91367
Pasadena Convention Center
- 300 E Green Street, Pasadena, CA 91101
Stoner Recreation Center
- 1835 Stoner Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90025
Westwood Recreation Center
- 1350 South Sepulveda Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90025
Stoner Recreation Center
- 1835 Stoner Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90025
Calvary Community Church
- 5495 Via Rocas, Westlake Village, CA 91362
Lanark Recreation Center
- 21816 Lanark St, Canoga Park, CA 91304, USA
Van Nuys Recreation Center
- 14301 Vanowen St, Van Nuys, CA 91405, USA
Ritchie Valens Recreation Center
- 10736 Laurel Canyon Blvd., Pacoima, CA 91331
Pan Pacific Recreation Center
- 7600 Beverly Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90036
Animal Shelters
Animal shelters are available in multiple areas for residents evacuating with pets:
Small Animals:
Agoura Animal Shelter
- 29525 Agoura Road, Agoura Hills, CA 91301
Baldwin Park Animal Care Center
- 4275 Elton Street, Baldwin Park, CA 91706
Carson Animal Care Center
- 216 W Victoria Street, Gardena, CA 90248
Castaic Animal Care Center
- 31044 Charlie Canyon, Castaic, CA 91384
Downey Animal Care Center
- 11258 Garfield Avenue, Downey, CA 90242
El Camino Real Charter High School
- 5440 Valley Circle Boulevard, Woodland Hills, CA 91367
Lancaster Animal Care Center
- 5210 W Avenue I, Lancaster, CA 93536
Palmdale Animal Care Center
- 38550 Sierra Highway, Palmdale, CA 93550
Large Animals:
Pomona Fairplex
- 101 W McKinley Avenue, Pomona, CA 91768
Industry Hills Expo Center
- 16200 Temple Avenue, City of Industry, CA 91744
LA Equestrian Center
- 480 Riverside Drive, Burbank, CA 91506
Pico Rivera Sports Arena
- 11003 Sports Arena Drive, Pico Rivera, CA 90601
Castaic Animal Care Center
- 31044 Charlie Canyon, Castaic, CA 91384
The American Red Cross is assisting with a mobile animal shelter for small animals.
Donation Centers
The City of Los Angeles announced drop-off donation centers for community members to donate items to those put in need by the Los Angeles Fire. They are at the following locations:
LA Council District 11 Office - 7166 W. Manchester Avenue, Westchester, CA 90045
Monday - Friday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Saturday–Sunday 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Items Requested:
- Individually wrapped items
- Non-perishable goods
- Personal hygiene products
- Canned goods
- Baby food
- Dog food
- Water and Gatorade
North Valley Caring Services Food Pantry - 15453 Rayen Street, North Hills, CA 91343
Monday-Thursday 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM, Friday 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Items Requested:
- Non perishable foods
- Blankets
- Bottled Water
- Diaper and wipes
- Microwaves
- Fresh produce – Please only drop off on Thursdays
It’s Bigger Than Us - 4308 Crenshaw Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90008
Monday-Sunday 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Items Requested (New Items Only Please):
- Men, Women and Children's Clothing
- Air Mattresses
- Bedding
- Toiletries
- Non-perishable foods