The Los Angeles Basin is periodically subject to devastating floods resulting in substantial property damage. Such damage is intensified by debris flows resulting from the destruction of the watershed by major brush fires.

Homeowners and residents are encouraged to prepare their properties prior to the coming rainstorms. In an effort to help homeowners and residents protect their properties, The Los Angeles Fire Department, in conjunction with the Bureau of Street Services will be coordinating the distribution of sandbags and sand through a variety of locations.

Cleaning rain gutters and storm drains, removing debris from around structures, using tarps to prevent erosion, and placing sandbags to divert water run-off all help to prevent damage to structures and property.

Sandbags, when filled and placed properly, will redirect storm and debris flows away from property improvements. While the City provides homeowners with sandbags and sand to protect their property, the City does not fill, load, or place sandbags for individual homeowners.

Sandbags, in limited quantities, will be available at all Los Angeles City Fire Stations. In addition, sandbags will also be available at the LAPD Mission Division Station. In addition, Browns Canyon (past the bridge) and Oakridge Mobile Home Park will also receive limited supplies.

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