Good Morning!
Today’s National Weather Service forecast calls for 70% chance of rain, albeit the amount of rainfall should not exceed 0/3” in any 6 hour period.
The forecast for the week shows at least a 20% chance of rain every day through Christmas. If we do get rain every day, soil saturation levels may generate mud flow forecasts, so it may become necessary to go to Yellow later in the week.
For the time being, the City of Sierra Madre has issued a Green Flag Alert for the week.
Monday, December 22, 2008
Thursday, December 18, 2008
The City of Sierra Madre repeals Yellow Flag Warning
The Los Angeles County of Public Works has removed the Phase 1 mudflow alert and the National Weather Service is not predicting any chance of precipitation for today, Thursday, December 18, 2008. Therefore, the City of Sierra Madre has removed all flag alerts at this time.
The City would like to express their gratitude to the residents for their patience and diligence during this latest rain event.
The National Weather Service is predicting a slight chance of rain in the next few days and the City would like everyone to keep an eye on weather reports and remain prepared for events in the future.
Thank you!
Posted by James
The City would like to express their gratitude to the residents for their patience and diligence during this latest rain event.
The National Weather Service is predicting a slight chance of rain in the next few days and the City would like everyone to keep an eye on weather reports and remain prepared for events in the future.
Thank you!
Posted by James
Wednesday, December 17, 2008
Yellow Flag Continues
LA County Department of Public Wprks’s 0730 debris and mudflow forecast remains at Phase 1 for the Santa Anita fire burn areas. Thus, Sierra Madre stays at a Yellow flag condition until further notice. This is in spite of only 0.01” of rain in the last 24 hours, as measured at the public safety facility. Continued Phase 1 is likely due to saturated nature of the slopes and National Weather Service forecast of 0.2-0.4” of rain per hour through 1600 today.
Tuesday, December 16, 2008
Yellow Flag Alert
Yellow Flag Mud Alert Issued
The City of Sierra Madre issued a Yellow Flag Mud Alert for Sierra Madre residences in potential mud flow areas. The Los Angeles County Department of Public Works has issued a Phase 1 mudflow forecast for the Santa Anita Fire burn areas.
It is recommended that residents in the following areas prepare for potential mudflow deposition on: Auburn Avenue east of Auburn Debris Basin; the development under construction north of Carter Avenue; Carter Avenue between the development and Mira Monte Avenue; Mt. Wilson Trail near Mira Monte Avenue; Churchill Road near Skyland Drive; Skyland Drive; streets below Sierra Madre Debris Dam (Sumac Trail, Brookside Lane, Woodland Drive); Yucca Trail; Lotus Lane, above Camillo Street and Sturtevant Debris Basin; Sunrise Hill Lane; Santa Anita Canyon Road above Lannan Debris Basin.
Affected residents should prepare to leave their homes and may choose to voluntarily evacuate. Please note that all vehicles must be off the streets in potential mudflow areas during Yellow Flag alerts. Overnight parking restrictions will be lifted through out the City of Sierra Madre during Yellow & Red Flag Alerts.
Should there be mud flow the City of Sierra Madre Public Works Department will work hard to clean the streets of any potential debris and mud as soon as possible.
Additional information on how to protect your home can be found on the City’s website, www.cityofsierramadre.com.
The City of Sierra Madre issued a Yellow Flag Mud Alert for Sierra Madre residences in potential mud flow areas. The Los Angeles County Department of Public Works has issued a Phase 1 mudflow forecast for the Santa Anita Fire burn areas.
It is recommended that residents in the following areas prepare for potential mudflow deposition on: Auburn Avenue east of Auburn Debris Basin; the development under construction north of Carter Avenue; Carter Avenue between the development and Mira Monte Avenue; Mt. Wilson Trail near Mira Monte Avenue; Churchill Road near Skyland Drive; Skyland Drive; streets below Sierra Madre Debris Dam (Sumac Trail, Brookside Lane, Woodland Drive); Yucca Trail; Lotus Lane, above Camillo Street and Sturtevant Debris Basin; Sunrise Hill Lane; Santa Anita Canyon Road above Lannan Debris Basin.
Affected residents should prepare to leave their homes and may choose to voluntarily evacuate. Please note that all vehicles must be off the streets in potential mudflow areas during Yellow Flag alerts. Overnight parking restrictions will be lifted through out the City of Sierra Madre during Yellow & Red Flag Alerts.
Should there be mud flow the City of Sierra Madre Public Works Department will work hard to clean the streets of any potential debris and mud as soon as possible.
Additional information on how to protect your home can be found on the City’s website, www.cityofsierramadre.com.
Monday, December 15, 2008
Green Flag Mud Alert
The City of Sierra Madre has downgraded to a Green Flag Mud Alert for Sierra Madre residences in potential mud flow areas. There is still a 20% change of rain through this evening and residents are encouraged remain diligent. The National Weather Service has also posted a 40% chance of rain for tomorrow (Tuesday 12/15/08) day and 60% chance of rain for tomorrow evening.
City officials and staff would once again like to thank the residents for their continued preparations and cooperation during this mud threat.
Posted by James at 3:49pm
City officials and staff would once again like to thank the residents for their continued preparations and cooperation during this mud threat.
Posted by James at 3:49pm
Sunday, December 14, 2008
Yellow Flag Mud Alert
Yellow Flag Mud Alert Issued
The City of Sierra Madre issued a Yellow Flag Mud Alert for Sierra Madre residences in potential mud flow areas. The National Weather Service is saying light rain will start at 4 pm today, turning to heavy rain at 10 pm. NWS has issued a flash flood watch.
It is recommended that residents in the following areas prepare for potential mudflow deposition on: Auburn Avenue east of Auburn Debris Basin; the development under construction north of Carter Avenue; Carter Avenue between the development and Mira Monte Avenue; Mt. Wilson Trail near Mira Monte Avenue; Churchill Road near Skyland Drive; Skyland Drive; streets below Sierra Madre Debris Dam (Sumac Trail, Brookside Lane, Woodland Drive); Yucca Trail; Lotus Lane, above Camillo Street and Sturtevant Debris Basin; Sunrise Hill Lane; Santa Anita Canyon Road above Lannan Debris Basin.
Affected residents should prepare to leave their homes and may choose to voluntarily evacuate. Please note that all vehicles must be off the streets in potential mudflow areas during Yellow Flag alerts.
Should there be mud flow the City of Sierra Madre Public Works Department will work hard to clean the streets of any potential debris and mud as soon as possible.
Additional information on how to protect your home can be found on the City’s website, www.cityofsierramadre.com. Mud incident updates can be found at www.sierramadrepio.blogspot.com.
The City of Sierra Madre issued a Yellow Flag Mud Alert for Sierra Madre residences in potential mud flow areas. The National Weather Service is saying light rain will start at 4 pm today, turning to heavy rain at 10 pm. NWS has issued a flash flood watch.
It is recommended that residents in the following areas prepare for potential mudflow deposition on: Auburn Avenue east of Auburn Debris Basin; the development under construction north of Carter Avenue; Carter Avenue between the development and Mira Monte Avenue; Mt. Wilson Trail near Mira Monte Avenue; Churchill Road near Skyland Drive; Skyland Drive; streets below Sierra Madre Debris Dam (Sumac Trail, Brookside Lane, Woodland Drive); Yucca Trail; Lotus Lane, above Camillo Street and Sturtevant Debris Basin; Sunrise Hill Lane; Santa Anita Canyon Road above Lannan Debris Basin.
Affected residents should prepare to leave their homes and may choose to voluntarily evacuate. Please note that all vehicles must be off the streets in potential mudflow areas during Yellow Flag alerts.
Should there be mud flow the City of Sierra Madre Public Works Department will work hard to clean the streets of any potential debris and mud as soon as possible.
Additional information on how to protect your home can be found on the City’s website, www.cityofsierramadre.com. Mud incident updates can be found at www.sierramadrepio.blogspot.com.
Wednesday, November 26, 2008
City Downgrades to Green Flag Warning
The City of Sierra Madre has downgraded to a Green Flag Mud Alert for Sierra Madre residences in potential mud flow areas. There is still a 60% change of rain through this evening and residents are encouraged remain diligent.
City officials and staff would like to thank the residents for their continued preparations and cooperation during this mud threat.
Stay tuned for the monthly Mud Preparation Newsletters and Community Mud Meetings. The next meeting will be Wednesday, December 3 at 6:30 p.m. in the City Council Chambers, 232 W. Sierra Madre Blvd.
Should there be more rain and mud flow, the City of Sierra Madre Public Works Department will work hard to clean the streets of any potential debris and mud as soon as possible. However, depending on the amount of rainfall and debris, streets may not be accessible before the Thanksgiving holiday and weekend.
All homeowners are encouraged to take proactive steps to protect their homes. Sand and bags will be available at the Public Works Yard (621 E. Sierra Madre Blvd.) and the Fire Station (232 W. Sierra Madre Blvd.). Able bodied volunteers not living in the potential mud flow areas are encouraged to help fill sandbags. Those interested in assisting with sandbags should contact James Carlson or Suzi McConnell at 626-355-7135.
Additional information on how to protect your home can be found on the City’s website, www.cityofsierramadre.com. Mud incident updates can be found at www.sierramadrepio.blogspot.com.
City officials and staff would like to thank the residents for their continued preparations and cooperation during this mud threat.
Stay tuned for the monthly Mud Preparation Newsletters and Community Mud Meetings. The next meeting will be Wednesday, December 3 at 6:30 p.m. in the City Council Chambers, 232 W. Sierra Madre Blvd.
Should there be more rain and mud flow, the City of Sierra Madre Public Works Department will work hard to clean the streets of any potential debris and mud as soon as possible. However, depending on the amount of rainfall and debris, streets may not be accessible before the Thanksgiving holiday and weekend.
All homeowners are encouraged to take proactive steps to protect their homes. Sand and bags will be available at the Public Works Yard (621 E. Sierra Madre Blvd.) and the Fire Station (232 W. Sierra Madre Blvd.). Able bodied volunteers not living in the potential mud flow areas are encouraged to help fill sandbags. Those interested in assisting with sandbags should contact James Carlson or Suzi McConnell at 626-355-7135.
Additional information on how to protect your home can be found on the City’s website, www.cityofsierramadre.com. Mud incident updates can be found at www.sierramadrepio.blogspot.com.
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