Alerts

River Rescue 02/05/2024 INC#1523

River Rescue; INC#1523; 02:45PM; 17 Pacoima Wash; #Sylmar; Firefighters responded to bystander reports that a man jumped in the flowing water in pursuit of his dog. Crews responded to several bridges and access points down river and located the canine, who had managed to swim safely to the edge and escape the rapids. LAFD Air Ops lowered a rescuer into the water, who was able to grab the patient, who was still conscious. They were hoisted into the aircraft, and transported to the local hospital by air. His dog was taken to a local shelter for temporary care for minor injuries. There were no other victims in the water, related to this incident. PIO Captain Cody Weireter responding to Paxton x Arleta for media needs.; FS 91; Batt 12; Valley Bureau; Council District 7; AO1 AO2 BC11 BC12 BC5 BC712 CM40 CM42 E235 E250 E260 E298 E35 E39 E76 E81 E82 E91 EM17 EM5 H1 H4 H5 HA1 HA4 HA5 HR3 PI3 RA39 RA850 RA86 SC1 SW44 SW88 SW89 T35 T50 T60 T98 UR88; CH5; 12; Nicholas Prange

Update Debris Flow 02/05/2024 INC#0696

Update Debris Flow; INC#0696; 10:30AM; 1919 N Beverly Dr; https://maps.app.goo.gl/h7jJych3u5woVkqq8; #BeverlyCrest; Firefighters responded to a debris flow in Beverly Crest, where firefighters assisted stranded residents from seven homes evacuate, including six adults and nine children. Six of the homes were damaged and one threatened. ; FS 108; Batt 14; Valley Bureau; Council District 5; BC14 BC712 BC9 CM40 CM42 E108 E288 E289 E292 EM14 ER2 HR3 JT4 PI3 RA71 RA88 RA889 T88 T89 T92 UA6 UR88; CH8; 17; Nicholas Prange

Update River Rescue 02/05/2024 INC#0750

Update River Rescue; INC#0750; 10:33AM; 14240 W Paxton St; https://maps.app.goo.gl/p7Sy3HwLTKvVL8pq6; #Arleta; After an extensive search of the flood control channel (which has 10-12 feet of water flowing at approximately 15mph) by ground and air, no victim has been located. Crews have searched up and down the river from Arleta to Downtown LA, and beyond (LA County FD responded to search beyond the LA City limits). Fire crews were never able to visually confirm a victim was in the water. Crews are picking up and clearing the incident. Nothing further.; FS 7; Batt 12; Valley Bureau; Council District 6; AO1 AO2 BC1 BC10 BC12 BC2 BC5 BC712 CM20 CM22 E1 E102 E2 E201 E203 E227 E239 E260 E298 E39 E55 E60 E7 E86 E89 E97 EM5 FR91 H1 H4 H5 HA1 HA4 HA5 RA7 RA78 RA878 SC1 SW44 SW88 SW89 T1 T27 T3 T39 T60 T98 UR27 UR3; CH5; 12; Nicholas Prange

River Rescue 02/05/2024 INC#0750

River Rescue; INC#0750; 08:57AM; 14240 W Paxton St; https://maps.app.goo.gl/kJBSDvR2Et3EpYfK9; #Arleta; Firefighters are responding to reports of the need for a river rescue of a 6-year-old male. Crews are staged at various rescue points along the waterway to attempt a rescue, and are searching by ground and air.; FS 7; Batt 12; Valley Bureau; Council District 6; AO1 AO2 BC10 BC12 BC2 BC5 BC712 CM20 CM22 E102 E227 E239 E260 E39 E55 E60 E7 E86 E97 EM5 FR91 H1 H4 H5 HA1 HA4 HA5 RA7 RA78 RA878 SC1 SW44 SW88 SW89 T27 T39 T60 UR27 UR3; CH5; 12; Nicholas Prange

Debris Flow 02/05/2024 INC#0696

Debris Flow; INC#0696; 08:31AM; 1919 N Beverly Dr; #BeverlyCrest; A debris flow has caused significant damage to approximately 5 homes. Thankfully, no one was trapped. Dept of Building and Safety has been notified to assess and red tag any seriously compromised structures. Firefighters assisted residents with evacuation. Approximately 10 people have been displaced.; FS 108; Batt 14; Valley Bureau; Council District 5; BC14 BC712 BC9 CM40 CM42 E108 E288 E289 E292 EM14 HR3 RA71 RA88 RA889 T88 T89 T92 UR88; CH8; 17; Nicholas Prange

Update Debris Flow 02/05/2024 INC#0016

Update Debris Flow; INC#0016; 01:50AM; 18046 W Boris Dr; #Tarzana; Three homes were impacted by a small debris flow. Only one had residents home at the time. Both residents were evacuated, with assistance from LAFD Firefighters. No reported injuries.; FS 93; Batt 17; Valley Bureau; Council District 4; BC17 DT1 E273 E83 E93 LD2 LD4 PI3 T73 TP1; CH8; 14 15; Nicholas Prange

Debris Flow 02/05/2024 INC#0016

Debris Flow; INC#0016; 12:12AM; 18046 W Boris Dr; #Tarzana; *At least* three homes have been impacted by a debris flow. Crews are assisting residents with evacuation.; FS 93; Batt 17; Valley Bureau; Council District 4; BC17 E273 E83 E93 LD2 LD4 T73 TP1; CH8; 14 15; Nicholas Prange

Update Debris Flow 02/04/2024 INC#1624

Update Debris Flow; INC#1624; 11:25PM; 11960 W Lockridge Rd; https://maps.app.goo.gl/QTrL8PhTek8Du4v29; #StudioCity; Firefighters have assisted 16 residents to come down from Lockridge Rd after a debris flow caused significant damage to two homes. All nine homes on Lockridge Rd have been evacuated (including pets), and LAPD/EMD are working together to offer emergency shelter locations to residents (if needed). Department of Building and Safety is on scene evaluating the situation. DWP and Gas Company are assessing impacted utilities in the area. Thankfully, no one was injured and there are no medical needs.; FS 97; Batt 14; Valley Bureau; Council District 4; BC14 CM40 CM42 E278 E60 E97 EM14 HE1 PI3 RA861 RA878 RA97 T78; CH8; 17; Nicholas Prange

Debris Flow 02/04/2024 INC#1624

Debris Flow; INC#1624; 09:08PM; 11960 W Lockridge Rd; https://maps.app.goo.gl/XA4RYkVgrw8F5swB9; #StudioCity; Firefighters are on scene of a small debris flow that damaged at least two homes and flowed into the street. Firefighters are assisting residents from at least six homes with evacuation, in case further soil instability causes another flow nearby. LAFD Heavy Equipment is on scene to assist with soil/debris. Thankfully, no one was injured, however residents will be displaced. Red Cross has been notified to assist. PIO Captain Cody Weireter is en route, ETA 11:05pm.; FS 97; Batt 14; Valley Bureau; Council District 4; BC14 CM40 CM42 E278 E60 E97 HE1 RA878 RA97 T78; CH8; 17; Nicholas Prange

Traffic-related Water Rescue 02/04/2024 INC#1229

Traffic-related Water Rescue; INC#1229; 06:22PM; 19000 W Oxnard St; https://maps.app.goo.gl/LqWqMB2561WZs9h79; #Tarzana; Several vehicles are disabled in 2-3 feet of water at the intersection of Oxnard St and Donna Ave (and flooding extending between Wilbur and Tampa). No reported injuries, and thankfully the vehicle occupants have remained in their vehicles and not risked going out into the deep water with unpredictable terrain and currents below the surface. LAFD Swiftwater Teams are preparing to send a watercraft out to the vehicles to bring the occupants to safety. ROAD CLOSURE: Due to the flooding, Oxnard will be closed between Wilbur and Tampa. This may result in wider impacts to the immediate area for commuters. Please seek alternate routes and do not attempt to cross flooded roadways. ; FS 93; Batt 17; Valley Bureau; Council District 3; E293 SC1 SW88 T93; CH8; 17; Nicholas Prange