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NEWS RELEASE


**FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE **

 

EXTREME FIRE WEATHER AND MAJOR WIND EVENT PROMPTS INCREASED WILDFIRE RISK FOR LA COUNTY COMMUNITIES

 

*Los Angeles, CA* – With critical fire weather conditions and a major wind event forecasted to affect Southern California beginning this afternoon, January 7, 2025, through tomorrow, January 8, 2025, the County of Los Angeles Fire Department (LACoFD) has implemented its augmented staffing plan by ordering additional staffing and pre‑deployment of ground and aerial resources throughout Los Angeles County.

According to the National Weather Service, high wind warnings will go into effect today for much of Los Angeles County and Ventura County.  The mountains may see gusts from 65 to 80 miles per hour (mph), with local gusts near 100 mph.  Coastal and valley areas may see gusts between 60 and 70 mph.  The peak of the wind event is forecasted from 10:00 p.m. this evening to 10:00 a.m. tomorrow.

The LACoFD reminds residents living in wildfire-prone areas to take appropriate precautions:


* *_See something, say something_**.*  Report any sign of smoke or fire immediately to your local fire department by dialing 9-1-1.  If you dial 9-1-1 from your cell phone, be sure to know your location.
* *_Have your "Ready! Set! Go!" Wildfire Action Plan in place_**.*  It is critical for residents to be familiar with the "Ready! Set! Go!" program that provides important pre‑planning and evacuation information.
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* *_Prepare for Public Safety Power Shutoffs_**.*  During elevated weather conditions, utility companies may temporarily shut off power in high-risk areas.  Please plan for this possibility and consult with your local utility company for more information.

To download the "Ready! Set! Go!" Wildfire Action Plan and view informational how-to videos, please visit fire.lacounty.gov/rsg [ [link removed] ].

 

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