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 CLOSURESSouthbound Pacific Coast Highway at Las Flores Canyon RdSouthbound Pacific Coast Highway at Topanga Canyon BoulevardCoastline Drive and Southbound Pacific Coast HighwayUTILITIESSCE has shut off power to several circuits across Malibu today, Jan. 7, 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 ALERTSMake 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.

UTILITIESSTATEMENT FROM MAYOR DOUG STEWARTTo 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 CLOSURESPeople with disabilities, and those who rely on medical or mobility devices, and […]

UTILITIESSTATEMENT FROM MAYOR DOUG STEWARTTo 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 CLOSURESPeople with disabilities, and those who rely on medical or mobility devices, and owners of horses and livestock should consider leaving the area early.SIGN UP FOR EMERGENCY ALERTS“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.SCE has shut off power to several circuits across Malibu today, Jan. 7, 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/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.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.

Southbound Pacific Coast Highway at Las Flores Canyon Rd
Southbound Pacific Coast Highway at Topanga Canyon Boulevard
Coastline Drive and Southbound Pacific Coast Highway

Check your emergency plan and supplies, including evacuation routes and reunification locations, and plan for your pets. 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. 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.Be extremely cautious with any activities that could start a fire, such as working with landscaping equipment. 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. 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. 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.Be prepared for potential fires, evacuations, power & traffic signal outages, hazardous roads. Come to a complete stop at any malfunctioning traffic signal.