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Palisades Fire Incident Information Archive
This webpage serves as a centralized source of up-to-date information and resources related to the Palisades Fire and winter storms. The City remains committed to providing accurate, timely information regarding the fire and storm emergencies and important community resources.
On this webpage, you can find the latest:
Metro Information:
Line 134 Service Partially Restored (As of February 28, 2025): LA Metro has resumed closed-door service on Line 134, which travels from Malibu to Santa Monica. Service had been suspended since January 7, 2025, due to the Palisades Fire and subsequent mudslides and debris flow.
Service Details:
- Serves stops on Pacific Coast Highway (PCH) at Malibu Pier, Cross Creek Rd, Civic Center Way, and Malibu Canyon Rd between Malibu and Trancas Canyon Road
- Serves stops in Santa Monica between Downtown Santa Monica E Line Station and Ocean Av/Colorado Av
- No service within the 10-mile work zone: Buses will not open doors for stops between PCH/Temescal Canyon Rd and PCH/Rambla Vista near Carbon Beach Terrace checkpoint
- Expect delays due to one-lane traffic each direction and 25-mph speed limit in work zone
To stay informed about the latest service information, please see Metro service alert posts on X (@MetroLAAlerts) or Metro's alerts webpage at alerts.metro.net. Service information is also available in Spanish and English at 323-G0-METRO (323-466-3876).
STORM PREPAREDNESS
- Drive with caution, keep headlights on. Watch for workers and work vehicles in the road.
- Monitor local news for emergency information
- Get and place sandbags to protect your property.
The City has activated its storm plan, and is monitoring storm conditions and is coordinating with partner agencies, monitoring and clearing roads, checking hillsides and clearing drainage to prevent flooding and keep the roads safe. Sheriffs Volunteers on Patrol (VOP) are patrolling and reporting issues. The City's Emergency Operations Center (EOC) will be activated if necessary.
SANDBAG INFORMATION
All LA County Fire Stations have sandbags. Call ahead to check availability of sand and filled bags and visit dpw.lacounty.gov/dsg/sandbags/ for more information. Plastic sandbags are prohibited in the City — only burlap and jute are allowed. Do not remove sand from the beaches, as it harms the coastal ecosystem and is illegal under County Law.
Fire Status
Incident Updates
- Size: 23,707 acres, 100% containment. Extreme hazards remain within evacuation area.
- Structures: CalFire confirmed 6,831 structures destroyed and 973 damaged in total affected area (Palisades and Malibu). City number: 720. View damage assessment maps and recovery resources at Los Angeles County Recovery website.
During this emergency response period, City operations are temporarily modified to prioritize public safety and critical infrastructure needs. Essential services will remain active, with key personnel continuing to address urgent matters. Malibu EOC public hotline support is available Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. at 310-456-2489.
Community Resources
Emergency Housing
211LA has partnered with both Airbnb and Hilton to help provide free, emergency housing and vouchers to people who’ve been displaced. Please fill out this housing assistance form to apply for both programs: intake form. Residents who have already applied through 211 LA do not to need to fill out another application.
Evacuation Shelters
- Red Cross Palisades Fire Evacuation Center is still open for those who would like to leave their homes in the burn area: Westwood Recreation Center, 1350 South Sepulveda Boulevard Los Angeles.
Hotel Information
- Check with your insurance company to determine if they will help cover costs.
- Airbnb.org is providing free, emergency housing for people who have been displaced by the Los Angeles wildfires. You can get help – or provide help – at Airbnb.org/lawildfires. (Source: Watch Duty)
USPS Point Dume Post Office
For locating forwarded mail/packages
29160 Heathercliff Rd. Malibu, CA 90265
New number: 310-457-1327 (status: open)
La Costa Post Office
Only for all services
21229 Pacific Coast Highway, Malibu CA 90265
Phone: 310-456-5069 (status: closed)
USPS Malibu Colony Post Office
23838 Pacific Coast Highway, Malibu CA 90265
Phone: 310-317-0328 (status: open)
SoCal Edison Malibu Situational Awareness Report (As of 2/21/2025)
Clean-Up/Make Safe Operations
- Damage Assessment Teams are identifying safety hazards (e.g., leaning poles) for remediation by line crews
- Vegetation Management crews are trimming/removing hazard trees to ensure safe access for restoration work
Undergrounding Project Status
Joint trenching planned with other utility providers (telecom, cable TV, data services) where feasible
Vicasa Circuit (Topanga Canyon, PCH)
Location: Along Topanga Canyon Blvd from Woodland Crest Drive to Pacific Coast Highway
Current Projects:
- Pre-fire TUG project (~4 miles) is 90% complete for civil work
- Section: Woodland Crest to Happy Trail
- Expected completion: April 1, 2025
- Accelerated undergrounding from PCH intersection to 1.8 mile marker
- Construction began: Week of February 17, 2025
- Activities: Potholing, trenching, structure installation, cable work
- Ongoing potholing to identify existing underground infrastructure
- Feasibility review for overhead-to-underground conversion in landslide-affected areas
- Mid-section Topanga (4 miles) in design phase, ETA: June 2025
Nicholas Circuit (PCH, Big Rock, Las Flores)
Location: Along PCH from Pacific Palisades border to Cross Creek Road, serving neighborhoods north of PCH (Carbon Canyon, Las Flores Canyon, Rambla Pacifico, Big Rock Beach, Topanga Beach)
Current Projects:
- Canyon undergrounding construction began week of February 17, 2025
- Caltrans has issued PCH permit for mainline trenching and construction
- Working with City of Malibu to secure necessary public easements
- Residential easements required to complete remaining undergrounding
- SCE Land Acquisitions Agents coordinating with City of Malibu and homeowners for Right of Entry agreements
Safety Reminders
- Follow traffic control monitors and observe temporary lane closures
- Report generator outages: 800-250-7339
- Stay 100 feet away from downed power lines
- Call 911 and report to SCE: 1-800-611-1911
Recovery Support
Information on recovery support programs: https://energized.edison.com/disaster-recovery
City Hall
Malibu City Hall is now open by appointment only. Use the below contact information to make an appointment:
- Environmental Sustainability Department (including Building Safety, Environmental Health, Geology and Coastal Engineering): Call 310-456-2489, ext. 390 or email mbuilding@malibucity.org.
- Planning Department: Call 310-456-2489, ext. 485 or email mplanning@malibucity.org.
- Public Works Department: Call 310-456-2489, ext. 391 or email mpublicworks@malibucity.org.
- For other recovery-related questions, call 310-774-5227.
- All other City business: Call 310-456-2489, ext. 392 or email info@malibucity.org.
For appointments to address minor exterior damages from the recent Broad, Franklin and Palisades Fires, please request an appointment by calling 310-456-2489, ext. 390 or emailing MalibuRecovers@malibucity.org. These appointments are a joint effort by the Planning and Environmental Sustainable Department to address your concerns in one appointment.
Malibu Senior Center Reopening March 3
The City is excited to announce that the Malibu Senior Center at City Hall will reopen on Monday, March 3, marking an important step in the recovery from the devastating fires.
The Senior Center hours are Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM, and offers a variety of recreational and educational programming, health screenings, financial planning, excursions, day use, monthly luncheon, a computer center, and day-use. The March Senior News and Views newsletter highlights the Senior Center programs that will be offered in March. https://www.malibucity.org/Archive.aspx?AMID=68. For more information on classes and activities, and to register click here: https://parksrecreation.ci.malibu.ca.us/CourseActivities.aspx?id=9&cat=3
To register for programs by phone, or for questions or assistance, please call the Senior Center Office at 310-456-2489, ext. 357.
NATIONAL GUARD WILL BE PROVIDING SECURITY IN MALIBU BURN AREAS THROUGH MARCH 14
The National Guard will provide security to burn areas in Malibu through March 14. The National Guard is using the vacant lot at Civic Center Way and Stuart Ranch Road as a staging area, and their presence in Malibu has been a strong deterrent to looting, burglary and trespassing on burned properties.
Archived Updates
- February 7
- February 6
- Feburary 5
- February 4
- February 3
- February 2
- February 1
- January 31
January 10, 2025
January 9, 2025
January 8, 2025
January 7, 2025
11:30 PM – CITY URGES RESIDENTS TO PREPARE TO EVACUATE
The Palisades Fire remains uncontained and is being driven by extreme Santa Ana winds, creating a rapidly evolving and dangerous situation. The City of Malibu urges all residents not currently under evacuation orders to be prepared to evacuate. If you require additional time to evacuate, or if you have pets or livestock, consider making preparations to leave now.
What You Should Do Now:
- Prepare to Evacuate: Gather your family, pets, essential belongings, and evacuation supplies.
- Plan Ahead: Familiarize yourself with evacuation routes, and consider relocating northwest toward Oxnard if you have a safe location to go to outside of Malibu. Acting early can help avoid potential congestion or delays if evacuation orders become necessary.
This is a critical time to prepare for the unpredictable and rapidly changing nature of the fire.
Current Evacuation Shelters:
- Westwood Recreation Center (LA City Shelter)
1350 S Sepulveda Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90025 - Pasadena Convention Center
300 E Green St, Pasadena, CA 91101 - El Camino Real Charter High School
5440 Valley Circle Blvd, Woodland Hills, CA 91367 - Agoura Animal Care Center (Small Animals)
29525 Agoura Road, Agoura Hills, CA 91301 - LA Equestrian Center (Large Animals)
480 Riverside Dr, Burbank, CA 91506 - Pierce College Equestrian Center (Large Animals)
6201 Winnetka Ave, Woodland Hills, CA 91367
For updates on the fire and evacuation zones, visit protect.genasys.com. If you require assistance, please contact the City’s emergency line at 310-456-2489.
Preparing now can make all the difference. Thank you for taking these precautions seriously. Together, we will stay resilient and navigate this challenge as a community.
FIRE STATUS
- The Palisades Fire is estimated at 2,921 acres.
- The following Evacuation Zones in City Limits are under an Evacuation Order: MAL-C111-B, MAL-C111-A, RMB-U030-A, RMB-U030-B, MAL-C112-B
- The following Evacuation Zones in City Limits are under an Evacuation Warning: MAL-C112-A
- Evacuation Shelters are open for evacuees at El Camino Real Charter High School (5440 Valley Circle BlvdWoodland Hills, CA 91367), Westwood Recreation Center (1350 South Sepulveda Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90025), and Pasadena Convention Center (300 E Green St, Pasadena, CA 91101)
- Small Animal Shelter is open at Agoura Animal Care Center (29525 Agoura Road, Agoura Hills).
- Large Animal Shelter is open at Pierce College Equestrian Center (6201 Winnetka Ave, Woodland Hills).
- Large Animal Shelter is open at LA Equestrian Center (480 Riverside Dr, Burbank, CA 91506).
Look up and note your zone on Genasys Zone, LA County's emergency information website at https://protect.genasys.com/search. During a disaster, evacuation, shelter and other emergency information will be posted there, and agencies will use those zones in messaging.
Find all shelter and incident information on the LA City Fire Department website.
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6:00 PM
City of Malibu Urges Vigilance as Palisades Fire Threatens Region and Extreme Fire Weather Conditions Persist
(Malibu, CA) – January 7, 2025 – As we face unprecedented and dangerous weather conditions, we want to assure Malibu residents that the City is fully committed to your safety and preparedness.
If you are in the evacuation order zone, it is critical to leave immediately. The City encourages all residents to review real-time updates on evacuation orders and warnings at protect.genasys.com.
The NWS has described this weather event as rare and dangerous, with Santa Ana “Hurricane Force- Tornado Like” winds of 50 to 80 with gusts up to 100 mph expected through Thursday evening. We advise you to shelter in place by staying indoors and away from windows and trees. Secure outdoor items, park vehicles in safe locations, and adjust travel plans.
Southern California Edison has initiated Public Safety Power Shutoffs (PSPS) in response to the extreme fire weather conditions. The following circuits are currently without power: Serra, Nicholas, Marlin, Maguire, Galahad and Cuthbert. Backup generators have been deployed to traffic signals along PCH to ensure safe traffic flow during this time.
Residents in affected areas are encouraged to prepare for extended outages by charging essential devices, securing backup power sources, and planning for medical or other critical needs. For real-time updates during outages, please tune into local AM/FM radio, including 99.1 FM KBUU, for the latest information. To support public safety, Caltrans has deployed generators to power all traffic signals along Pacific Coast Highway (PCH) to ensure safe traffic flow during this time.
STATEMENT FROM MAYOR DOUG STEWART
“We understand how deeply unsettling this is for our community, especially coming less than a month after the Franklin Fire and two months after the Broad Fire. To those impacted by the Palisades Fire, our hearts are with you, and we want you to know the City is here to support you. I want to express my gratitude to all of the first responders and public safety personnel who are working tirelessly to protect our community from this fast-moving fire. Your dedication and courage in managing this dynamic and evolving situation are truly appreciated, and we thank you for your service.
To my Malibu community – we have always faced adversity with resilience and unity, and together, we will navigate this situation. Please take evacuation orders seriously, remain informed, and prioritize the safety of your family and loved ones.”
ROAD CLOSURES
- Southbound Pacific Coast Highway at Las Flores Canyon Rd
- Southbound Pacific Coast Highway at Topanga Canyon Boulevard
- Coastline Drive and Southbound Pacific Coast Highway
UTILITIES
SCE has shut off power to several circuits across Malibu today, January 7, 2025, due to fire hazard. Check www.SCE.com/PSPS for power outage information. Review LA County's Power Outage Preparedness Guide https://ready.lacounty.gov/power-outage/
SIGN UP FOR EMERGENCY ALERTS
Make sure you are signed up for emergency alerts from City of Malibu, at www.malibucity.org/alerts, and LA County, at https://ready.lacounty.gov/alert. All City emergency information is posted on the website MalibuCity.org and all current alerts are posted at MalibuCity.org/alerts.
Be prepared for potential fires, evacuations, power & traffic signal outages, hazardous roads. Come to a complete stop at any malfunctioning traffic signal.
Check your emergency plan and supplies, including evacuation routes and reunification locations, and plan for your pets.
People with disabilities, and those who rely on medical or mobility devices, and owners of horses and livestock should consider leaving the area early.
Be extremely cautious with any activities that could start a fire, such as working with landscaping equipment.
Closely monitor weather conditions and emergency information on local news, especially AM / FM radio and 99.1 FM KBUU with handheld and car radios, which will work when the power is out.