The City of Sierra Madre has returned to a Green Flag Alert.
There still the possibility of hazards as streets may become flooded or blocked by debris with the intermittent storm cells that may pass over the area today and this evening.Parking restrictions have been lifted for the Upper and Lower Canyon.
Sandbags are available at the City Yards. Residents must fill and transport their own bags.
Bailey Canyon Park, Mt. Wilson Trail, and Chantry Road will remain closed until further notice.
For updates and future emergency information, please be sure to monitor the City’s Communication tools:
PHONE: 626-355-7135 (choose option 8 for storm updates)
City Website (http://www.cityofsierramadre.com/)
SMTV3, (channel 3 on Time Warner Cable)
Sierra Madre Emergency Blog (http://www.sierramadrepio.blogspot.com/.)
Email Alerts “eBlasts” - To register for email alerts please visit http://www.cityofsierramadre.com/, click on AccessSierraMadre, and then click CommunicationLink to register your email address.
Friday, January 22, 2010
Thursday, January 21, 2010
Mandatory Evacuation Orders Lifted
City of Sierra Madre: 5:00PM 1/21/2010 City Returns to Yellow Flag Alert – All Mandatory Evacuation Orders Lifted
The City of Sierra Madre has received a “No Phase” forecast from the L.A. County Public Works Department this afternoon. The Red Flag Alert is rescinded and the City will go to a Yellow Flag Alert. At this time, all Mandatory Evacuation Orders are lifted, and residents are allowed to return to their homes. Voluntary Evacuations are still in effect for the entire “Upper” canyon areas, “Lower” canyon areas, Auburn Ave. (private road areas only), and Lotus Lane (above the Sturtevant Debris Basin).
Immediately after receiving the County’s forecast, Sierra Madre Public Works crews surveyed the streets in the Upper and Lower canyons. It was determined that all roads are sufficiently clear and there were no hazards.
It was determined by City Officials, in conjunction with Public Safety personnel, that going to the Yellow Flag Alert was a prudent measure with the amount of rain that has fallen, and the on-going chance of rain and thunderstorms. All vehicles must be off the streets during a Yellow Flag Alert.
Additional Important Information:
o The City has closed the Community Recreation Center at 611 E. Sierra Madre Blvd as an evacuation location.
o Sand and sandbags will remain available 24 hours a day at the City Maintenance Facility until further notice. The address is 621 E. Sierra Madre Blvd. The sand and sandbags are located north of the Sierra Vista Park tennis courts, and next to the Sierra Madre Rose Float building. Residents must fill their own bags and are advised to bring a shovel.
o Bailey Canyon Park, Mt. Wilson Trail, and Chantry Road will remain closed until further notice.
The City of Sierra Madre is appreciative of the diligent preparations and friendly cooperation that its residents have demonstrated through all of our recent emergencies.
For updates and future emergency information, please be sure to monitor the City’s Communication tools:
City Website (www.cityofsierramadre.com)
SMTV3, (channel 3 on Time Warner Cable)
Sierra Madre Emergency Blog (www.sierramadrepio.blogspot.com.)
Email Alerts “eBlasts” - To register for email alerts please visit www.cityofsierramadre.com, click on AccessSierraMadre, and then click CommunicationLink to register your email address.
The City of Sierra Madre has received a “No Phase” forecast from the L.A. County Public Works Department this afternoon. The Red Flag Alert is rescinded and the City will go to a Yellow Flag Alert. At this time, all Mandatory Evacuation Orders are lifted, and residents are allowed to return to their homes. Voluntary Evacuations are still in effect for the entire “Upper” canyon areas, “Lower” canyon areas, Auburn Ave. (private road areas only), and Lotus Lane (above the Sturtevant Debris Basin).
Immediately after receiving the County’s forecast, Sierra Madre Public Works crews surveyed the streets in the Upper and Lower canyons. It was determined that all roads are sufficiently clear and there were no hazards.
It was determined by City Officials, in conjunction with Public Safety personnel, that going to the Yellow Flag Alert was a prudent measure with the amount of rain that has fallen, and the on-going chance of rain and thunderstorms. All vehicles must be off the streets during a Yellow Flag Alert.
Additional Important Information:
o The City has closed the Community Recreation Center at 611 E. Sierra Madre Blvd as an evacuation location.
o Sand and sandbags will remain available 24 hours a day at the City Maintenance Facility until further notice. The address is 621 E. Sierra Madre Blvd. The sand and sandbags are located north of the Sierra Vista Park tennis courts, and next to the Sierra Madre Rose Float building. Residents must fill their own bags and are advised to bring a shovel.
o Bailey Canyon Park, Mt. Wilson Trail, and Chantry Road will remain closed until further notice.
The City of Sierra Madre is appreciative of the diligent preparations and friendly cooperation that its residents have demonstrated through all of our recent emergencies.
For updates and future emergency information, please be sure to monitor the City’s Communication tools:
City Website (www.cityofsierramadre.com)
SMTV3, (channel 3 on Time Warner Cable)
Sierra Madre Emergency Blog (www.sierramadrepio.blogspot.com.)
Email Alerts “eBlasts” - To register for email alerts please visit www.cityofsierramadre.com, click on AccessSierraMadre, and then click CommunicationLink to register your email address.
Wednesday, January 20, 2010
Red Flag Alert Update 1/20/2010 7:50PM
The City of Sierra Madre City Council approved Resolution No. 10-07 Proclaiming the Existence of a local emergency. The City has a Mandatory Evacuation Order to cover the entire “Upper” canyon areas and the entire “Lower” canyon areas. The Order also includes Lotus Lane (above the Sturtevant Debris Basin), and Auburn Ave., (private road sections above Elm St.).
The Mayor, Council, and Public Safety officials asked residents to follow evacuation orders. Residents who prefer to stay in their homes threaten themselves, their neighbors, and emergency personnel.
Road Closures are in effect at various locations leading to the Mandatory Evacuation Order locations. These closures are being enforced by the Sierra Madre Police Department, Los Angeles County Sheriffs Department and officers from surrounding law enforcement agencies. City Staff is closely monitoring the situation throughout the night. The cooperation of our residents is crucial to the safety and protection of life and property in these areas.
Additional Important Information:
o The City has opened the Community Recreation Center at 611 E. Sierra Madre Blvd as an evacuation location. Crated animals will be allowed. The evacuation center will close at 9:00PM if there are no evacuees that require overnight shelter.
o The American Red Cross Shelter at La Canada High School, (South Gym, 4463 Oak Grove Ave, La Canada) will be open to Sierra Madre residents throughout the duration of the incident.
o Sand and sandbags are available 24 hours a day at the City Maintenance Facility. The address is 621 E. Sierra Madre Blvd. The sand and sandbags are located north of the Sierra Vista Park tennis courts, and next to the Sierra Madre Rose Float building. Residents must fill their own bags and are advised to bring a shovel.
o Bailey Canyon Park, Mt. Wilson Trail, and Chantry Road are all closed until further notice.
The City of Sierra Madre is appreciative of the diligent preparations and friendly cooperation that its residents have demonstrated through all of our recent emergencies.
For updates and future emergency information, please be sure to monitor the City’s Communication tools:
City Website (www.cityofsierramadre.com)
SMTV3, (channel 3 on Time Warner Cable)
Sierra Madre Emergency Blog (www.sierramadrepio.blogspot.com.)
Email Alerts “eBlasts” - To register for email alerts please visit www.cityofsierramadre.com, click on AccessSierraMadre, and then click CommunicationLink to register your email address.
The Mayor, Council, and Public Safety officials asked residents to follow evacuation orders. Residents who prefer to stay in their homes threaten themselves, their neighbors, and emergency personnel.
Road Closures are in effect at various locations leading to the Mandatory Evacuation Order locations. These closures are being enforced by the Sierra Madre Police Department, Los Angeles County Sheriffs Department and officers from surrounding law enforcement agencies. City Staff is closely monitoring the situation throughout the night. The cooperation of our residents is crucial to the safety and protection of life and property in these areas.
Additional Important Information:
o The City has opened the Community Recreation Center at 611 E. Sierra Madre Blvd as an evacuation location. Crated animals will be allowed. The evacuation center will close at 9:00PM if there are no evacuees that require overnight shelter.
o The American Red Cross Shelter at La Canada High School, (South Gym, 4463 Oak Grove Ave, La Canada) will be open to Sierra Madre residents throughout the duration of the incident.
o Sand and sandbags are available 24 hours a day at the City Maintenance Facility. The address is 621 E. Sierra Madre Blvd. The sand and sandbags are located north of the Sierra Vista Park tennis courts, and next to the Sierra Madre Rose Float building. Residents must fill their own bags and are advised to bring a shovel.
o Bailey Canyon Park, Mt. Wilson Trail, and Chantry Road are all closed until further notice.
The City of Sierra Madre is appreciative of the diligent preparations and friendly cooperation that its residents have demonstrated through all of our recent emergencies.
For updates and future emergency information, please be sure to monitor the City’s Communication tools:
City Website (www.cityofsierramadre.com)
SMTV3, (channel 3 on Time Warner Cable)
Sierra Madre Emergency Blog (www.sierramadrepio.blogspot.com.)
Email Alerts “eBlasts” - To register for email alerts please visit www.cityofsierramadre.com, click on AccessSierraMadre, and then click CommunicationLink to register your email address.
Red Flag Alert - Mandatory Evacuations Expanded
The City of Sierra Madre has expanded the Mandatory Evacuation Order to cover the entire “Upper” canyon areas and the entire “Lower” canyon areas.
Additional locations for Mandatory Evacuation Orders are possible for the next 48 hours.
Road Closures will take effect at various locations leading to the Mandatory Evacuation Order locations. These closures will be strictly enforced by the Sierra Madre Police Department and the Los Angeles County Sheriffs Department. The cooperation of our residents is crucial to the safety and protection of life and property in these areas.
Residents are asked to follow evacuation orders. Residents who prefer to stay in their homes threaten themselves, their neighbors, and emergency personnel.
The City has requested mutual aid from surrounding agencies including the Los Angeles County Sheriffs Department.
An emergency meeting of the Sierra Madre City Council will be held this evening at 5:30PM in the City Council Chambers at City Hall. The Council will be considering a Declaration of a Local Emergency at this time. Such a declaration puts the City of Sierra Madre in a better position to recover costs that are associated with the emergency, as well as assisting our efforts in coordinating mutual aid.
Additional Important Information:
o The City has opened the Community Recreation Center at 611 E. Sierra Madre Blvd as an evacuation location. Crated animals will be allowed.
o The City will operate a shuttle to from Mt. Wilson Trail Park (“Turtle Park”) to the Community Recreation /Center from 11:00AM to 1:00PM this afternoon.
o Sand and sandbags are available 24 hours a day at the City Maintenance Facility. The address is 621 E. Sierra Madre Blvd. The sand and sandbags are located north of the Sierra Vista Park tennis courts, and next to the Sierra Madre Rose Float building. Residents must fill their own bags and are advised to bring a shovel.
o Bailey Canyon Park, Mt. Wilson Trail, and Chantry Road are all closed until further notice.
The City of Sierra Madre is appreciative of the diligent preparations and friendly cooperation that its residents have demonstrated through all of our recent emergencies.
For updates and future emergency information, please be sure to monitor the City’s Communication tools:
City Website (www.cityofsierramadre.com)
SMTV3, (channel 3 on Time Warner Cable)
Sierra Madre Emergency Blog (www.sierramadrepio.blogspot.com.)
Email Alerts “eBlasts” - To register for email alerts please visit www.cityofsierramadre.com, click on AccessSierraMadre, and then click CommunicationLink to register your email address.
Additional locations for Mandatory Evacuation Orders are possible for the next 48 hours.
Road Closures will take effect at various locations leading to the Mandatory Evacuation Order locations. These closures will be strictly enforced by the Sierra Madre Police Department and the Los Angeles County Sheriffs Department. The cooperation of our residents is crucial to the safety and protection of life and property in these areas.
Residents are asked to follow evacuation orders. Residents who prefer to stay in their homes threaten themselves, their neighbors, and emergency personnel.
The City has requested mutual aid from surrounding agencies including the Los Angeles County Sheriffs Department.
An emergency meeting of the Sierra Madre City Council will be held this evening at 5:30PM in the City Council Chambers at City Hall. The Council will be considering a Declaration of a Local Emergency at this time. Such a declaration puts the City of Sierra Madre in a better position to recover costs that are associated with the emergency, as well as assisting our efforts in coordinating mutual aid.
Additional Important Information:
o The City has opened the Community Recreation Center at 611 E. Sierra Madre Blvd as an evacuation location. Crated animals will be allowed.
o The City will operate a shuttle to from Mt. Wilson Trail Park (“Turtle Park”) to the Community Recreation /Center from 11:00AM to 1:00PM this afternoon.
o Sand and sandbags are available 24 hours a day at the City Maintenance Facility. The address is 621 E. Sierra Madre Blvd. The sand and sandbags are located north of the Sierra Vista Park tennis courts, and next to the Sierra Madre Rose Float building. Residents must fill their own bags and are advised to bring a shovel.
o Bailey Canyon Park, Mt. Wilson Trail, and Chantry Road are all closed until further notice.
The City of Sierra Madre is appreciative of the diligent preparations and friendly cooperation that its residents have demonstrated through all of our recent emergencies.
For updates and future emergency information, please be sure to monitor the City’s Communication tools:
City Website (www.cityofsierramadre.com)
SMTV3, (channel 3 on Time Warner Cable)
Sierra Madre Emergency Blog (www.sierramadrepio.blogspot.com.)
Email Alerts “eBlasts” - To register for email alerts please visit www.cityofsierramadre.com, click on AccessSierraMadre, and then click CommunicationLink to register your email address.
Sierra Madre Issues Red Flag Alert - Mandatory Evacuations
City of Sierra Madre: Red Flag Alert 1/20/2010, 8:00AM.
Sierra Madre has made it through the first round of this week’s major storm event. There have been no reports of any injuries or major property damage. Skyland Drive has once again experienced the largest amounts of debris flows in the City.
The City would like to advise all residents that we have now issued a Red Flag Alert as a result of a Phase 2 Debris and Mudflow warning from the County of Los Angeles Public Works Department. Weather forecasts are predicting higher concentrations of rainfall in the area.
The following locations are now under a Mandatory Evacuation Order, effective noon today:
o All homes located on Skyland Drive.
o Woodland Drive between Yucca Trail and Sturtevant Drive.
o The upper and lower portions of Brookside Lane.
o Lotus Lane above the debris basin.
o The private sections of Auburn Avenue above Elm Street.
The above locations have been identified as having an increased chance of potentially heavy debris flows. Additionally, the City would like to make sure that all residents that live in the urban/wildlife interface to continue to be “set” to go at a moment’s notice and continue their emergency preparations. Additional locations for Mandatory Evacuation Orders are possible for the next 48 hours.
Additional Important Information:
o The City has opened the Community Recreation Center at 611 E. Sierra Madre Blvd as an evacuation location. Crated animals will be allowed.
o A debris deflection structure will be erected at the northern Brookside Lane & Woodland Drive intersection at approximately 8:00 AM. This will close northern Brookside Lane at the very top of Woodland Drive to all vehicular traffic.
o Sand and sandbags are available 24 hours a day at the City Maintenance Facility. The address is 621 E. Sierra Madre Blvd. The sand and sandbags are located north of the Sierra Vista Park tennis courts, and next to the Sierra Madre Rose Float building. Residents must fill their own bags and are advised to bring a shovel.
o Bailey Canyon Park, Mt. Wilson Trail, and Chantry Road are all closed until further notice.
The City of Sierra Madre is appreciative of the diligent preparations and friendly cooperation that its residents have demonstrated through all of our recent emergencies.
For updates and future emergency information, please be sure to monitor the City’s Communication tools:
City Website (www.cityofsierramadre.com)
SMTV3, (channel 3 on Time Warner Cable)
Sierra Madre Emergency Blog (www.sierramadrepio.blogspot.com.)
Email Alerts “eBlasts” - To register for email alerts please visit www.cityofsierramadre.com, click on AccessSierraMadre, and then click CommunicationLink to register your email address.
Sierra Madre has made it through the first round of this week’s major storm event. There have been no reports of any injuries or major property damage. Skyland Drive has once again experienced the largest amounts of debris flows in the City.
The City would like to advise all residents that we have now issued a Red Flag Alert as a result of a Phase 2 Debris and Mudflow warning from the County of Los Angeles Public Works Department. Weather forecasts are predicting higher concentrations of rainfall in the area.
The following locations are now under a Mandatory Evacuation Order, effective noon today:
o All homes located on Skyland Drive.
o Woodland Drive between Yucca Trail and Sturtevant Drive.
o The upper and lower portions of Brookside Lane.
o Lotus Lane above the debris basin.
o The private sections of Auburn Avenue above Elm Street.
The above locations have been identified as having an increased chance of potentially heavy debris flows. Additionally, the City would like to make sure that all residents that live in the urban/wildlife interface to continue to be “set” to go at a moment’s notice and continue their emergency preparations. Additional locations for Mandatory Evacuation Orders are possible for the next 48 hours.
Additional Important Information:
o The City has opened the Community Recreation Center at 611 E. Sierra Madre Blvd as an evacuation location. Crated animals will be allowed.
o A debris deflection structure will be erected at the northern Brookside Lane & Woodland Drive intersection at approximately 8:00 AM. This will close northern Brookside Lane at the very top of Woodland Drive to all vehicular traffic.
o Sand and sandbags are available 24 hours a day at the City Maintenance Facility. The address is 621 E. Sierra Madre Blvd. The sand and sandbags are located north of the Sierra Vista Park tennis courts, and next to the Sierra Madre Rose Float building. Residents must fill their own bags and are advised to bring a shovel.
o Bailey Canyon Park, Mt. Wilson Trail, and Chantry Road are all closed until further notice.
The City of Sierra Madre is appreciative of the diligent preparations and friendly cooperation that its residents have demonstrated through all of our recent emergencies.
For updates and future emergency information, please be sure to monitor the City’s Communication tools:
City Website (www.cityofsierramadre.com)
SMTV3, (channel 3 on Time Warner Cable)
Sierra Madre Emergency Blog (www.sierramadrepio.blogspot.com.)
Email Alerts “eBlasts” - To register for email alerts please visit www.cityofsierramadre.com, click on AccessSierraMadre, and then click CommunicationLink to register your email address.
Monday, January 18, 2010
Yellow Flag Alert - 1-18-2010 Update
Sierra Madre Storm Update – January 18, 2010
Sierra Madre has made it through an initial round of heavy rain, with 2.25” of rain measured at City Hall in the 24 hours prior to 3:00 today. There have not been any reports of property damage. The primary debris flow took place on Skyland Drive. Sierra Madre Public Works crews began removing debris from that street this afternoon, and work will continue through daylight hours as long as weather permits. Streets in the Marlborough Terrace (Upper Canyon) will remain closed to all traffic except for residents, to allow for city staff and equipment to complete the cleanup as quickly and safely as possible.
The Yucca Canyon (and all other county debris facilities) debris structure is being monitored hourly by County staff. The City has been advised that the Yucca Canyon structure is 70% full of debris. The County will begin removal of the debris tomorrow morning January 19th, weather permitting. County staff has advised the City that they will need a window of opportunity several hours long in order to clean out the structure, that the facility cannot be maintained while it is raining. Should the city experience additional heavy rains prior to the County being able to clean out the structure, there is the potential for significant debris flow into Woodland Drive.
The City remains under a Yellow Flag Alert. Parking restrictions are in effect in the Upper and Lower Canyon during Yellow or Red Flag alerts. Vehicles may be towed at owner’s expense. The affected streets are: Mount Wilson Trail, Churchill Rd., Skyland Dr., Fern Glen, Fern Dr., Idlehour Ln., Canyon Crest Dr., Orange Dr., Woodland Dr., Brookside Lane, Sunnyside Lane, Yucca Trail, Sturtevant Dr., Elm Ave., and Holly Trail. Residents in the affected areas are urged to be "set" to leave at a moments notice and may choose to voluntarily evacuate.
Sierra Madre has made it through an initial round of heavy rain, with 2.25” of rain measured at City Hall in the 24 hours prior to 3:00 today. There have not been any reports of property damage. The primary debris flow took place on Skyland Drive. Sierra Madre Public Works crews began removing debris from that street this afternoon, and work will continue through daylight hours as long as weather permits. Streets in the Marlborough Terrace (Upper Canyon) will remain closed to all traffic except for residents, to allow for city staff and equipment to complete the cleanup as quickly and safely as possible.
The Yucca Canyon (and all other county debris facilities) debris structure is being monitored hourly by County staff. The City has been advised that the Yucca Canyon structure is 70% full of debris. The County will begin removal of the debris tomorrow morning January 19th, weather permitting. County staff has advised the City that they will need a window of opportunity several hours long in order to clean out the structure, that the facility cannot be maintained while it is raining. Should the city experience additional heavy rains prior to the County being able to clean out the structure, there is the potential for significant debris flow into Woodland Drive.
The City remains under a Yellow Flag Alert. Parking restrictions are in effect in the Upper and Lower Canyon during Yellow or Red Flag alerts. Vehicles may be towed at owner’s expense. The affected streets are: Mount Wilson Trail, Churchill Rd., Skyland Dr., Fern Glen, Fern Dr., Idlehour Ln., Canyon Crest Dr., Orange Dr., Woodland Dr., Brookside Lane, Sunnyside Lane, Yucca Trail, Sturtevant Dr., Elm Ave., and Holly Trail. Residents in the affected areas are urged to be "set" to leave at a moments notice and may choose to voluntarily evacuate.
Sunday, January 17, 2010
City issues Yellow Flag Alert
The City of Sierra Madre has issued a Yellow Flag Alert effective immediately. The County of Los Angeles Public Works Department has issued a Phase 1 Mudflow forecast as of 6:00 AM, Monday, January 18, 2010.
A Phase 1 indicates that small isolated debris and mudflows are possible at specific locations. Streets may once again be flooded or blocked by debris. Woodland Drive, Skyland Drive, and other streets may be closed due to blockage and cleanup efforts throughout the day and night.
Parking restrictions are in effect in the Upper and Lower Canyon during Yellow or Red Flag alerts. Vehicles may be towed at owner’s expense. The affected streets are: Mount Wilson Trail, Churchill Rd., Skyland Dr., Fern Glen, Fern Dr., Idlehour Ln., Canyon Crest Dr., Orange Dr., Woodland Dr., Brookside Lane, Sunnyside Lane, Yucca Trail, Sturtevant Dr., Elm Ave., and Holly Trail. Residents in the affected areas are urged to be "set" to leave at a moments notice and may choose to voluntarily evacuate.
JC
A Phase 1 indicates that small isolated debris and mudflows are possible at specific locations. Streets may once again be flooded or blocked by debris. Woodland Drive, Skyland Drive, and other streets may be closed due to blockage and cleanup efforts throughout the day and night.
Parking restrictions are in effect in the Upper and Lower Canyon during Yellow or Red Flag alerts. Vehicles may be towed at owner’s expense. The affected streets are: Mount Wilson Trail, Churchill Rd., Skyland Dr., Fern Glen, Fern Dr., Idlehour Ln., Canyon Crest Dr., Orange Dr., Woodland Dr., Brookside Lane, Sunnyside Lane, Yucca Trail, Sturtevant Dr., Elm Ave., and Holly Trail. Residents in the affected areas are urged to be "set" to leave at a moments notice and may choose to voluntarily evacuate.
JC
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