Flood Preparation

Key things to know about flooding and landslides.

There are some important facts that could help protect your home in the event of a flood or landslide. Get the facts here.

We tend to think of Los Angeles as a perpetually sunny place. While often true, the risk of flood is even greater because we're so comfy in the sunshine, and dark, rainy days are so rare. But, due to the potential for wind-driven wildfires, the opportunity for mud and flood damage is significant. Use this section to learn more about flood preparation and survival.

Before the Flood ( 3 Articles )

We typically don't think of floods in Los Angeles. Yes, as most of Los Angeles is surrounded by hills and mountainous terrain, the potential for flooding is actually quite serious. The Santa Monica mountains split the city, and are filled with canyons and plenty of areas where flooding can take place. And, finally, along Pacific Coast Highway, there are numerous areas where the cliffs have little capability of holding significant quantities of water.

Use this section of MySafe:LA to become aware of how you can prepare your home, business, and family for dangerous flooding conditions.
During the Flood ( 1 Article )
Important steps to keep you and your family safe.
After the Flood ( 1 Article )
Cleaning up, and getting back to normal.

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The Los Angeles Fire Department and MySafe:LA extend warm congratulations to the Los Angeles Lakers and Power Forward Pau Gasol for their back-to-back NBA championships. The ability to overcome adversity, injuries, and stress was never more evident than in this remarkable championship. Pau wants all of the children in Los Angeles to know that every winner does so because of teamwork and practice. Every family should practice their family escape plan and be prepared to take appropriate action in the event of an emergency.

See 2010 NBA Champion Lakers Power Forward Pau Gasol visit a Los Angeles area public school: [ Video Clip ]