 Heavy Rainstorm Expected This Week; Flood Watch Issued
The National Weather Service has issued a flood watch for all day Thursday. The peak of the storm is expected that day with moderate to heavy rain and gusty winds. Additionally, there is risk of debris flows and flash flooding in and around the recent burn areas. The forecasted storm will start tomorrow and last through Friday, Feb. 14.
For rainstorm safety tips and resources, visit ready.lacounty.gov/rain. To find a sandbag location near you, click here.
LA County Recovers Press Conference
Tomorrow, Feb. 12 at 8 AM, LA County Supervisors Kathryn Barger and Lindsey Horvath will host a press conference with LA County officials to provide essential information about public safety measures and proactive preparedness ahead of major rainstorms anticipated this week.
To watch the press conference, click here.
Phase 2 of Debris Removal is Officially Underway
Today, local, state, and federal officials held two separate press conferences to officially launch Phase 2 of the debris removal program in Altadena and Pacific Palisades. To watch, click the links below.
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The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, in coordination with the State of California and the Federal Emergency Management Agency, have begun Phase 2 debris removal for private residential properties in the Eaton and Palisades wildfire impact zones. The start of Phase 2 debris removal to private homes marks for residents impacted by the wildfires.
To see which properties are in Phase 1 or Phase 2 of the debris removal process, to view the EPA's parcel status lookup.
Residents seeking financial help after the devastation of the wildfires can request FEMA assistance here. The deadline to apply is March 10, 2025.
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Right of Entry Form Available Online in English and Spanish
The new online Right of Entry form is now available for those opting into the government-sponsored debris removal program. Submit the form here. The form also is available in Spanish.
If you have not yet submitted your opt-in form, please do so as soon as possible to take advantage of this free debris removal program by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.
 Read our latest FAQs on the different parts of the fire debris removal process including:
The Army Corps of Engineers also has established a Debris Call Center to help answer questions regarding Phase 2 of debris removal. The hotline phone number is (213) 308-8305. Operators are available to help daily from 6 AM to 6:30 PM.
Registrar-Recorder Provides Vital Records to Residents at Disaster Recovery Centers
Do you need assistance obtaining vital records and/or property records? In the video below, Dean Logan, Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk, explains how Los Angeles County residents directly impacted by the recent fires can obtain official documents on the spot and at no cost at disaster recovery centers.
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