Palisades Fire Update: Thursday, January 16 at 8 a.m. and Live Virtual Updates
By The Malibu Times · Thu Jan 16 2025
- Containment: 22%
- Acreage: 23,713 acres
Fire crews have made significant progress, with no additional growth anticipated due to favorable weather conditions. However, critical fire weather remains a concern with the return of Santa Ana winds next week. Efforts are ongoing to strengthen containment lines, extinguish hot spots, and support search and rescue operations.
Key Updates:
- Utilities: Infrastructure repairs are delayed due to search and recovery efforts. SoCalGas and Southern California Edison are working to restore services, with some circuits re-energized and others still offline.
- Water Advisory: A "Do Not Drink" notice remains in effect for portions of Malibu due to potential contamination. Water distribution is available at 23533 Civic Center Way.
- Air Quality: Unhealthy air quality has been declared; residents should stay indoors and use N95 masks when outside. Powered air blowers are prohibited countywide.
Community Resources:
- Hotline: Malibu EOC support, 7:30 AM–6:30 PM, at (310) 456-2489.
- Disaster Resource Center: Open daily, 9:00 AM–8:00 PM, at 10850 W. Pico Blvd, Los Angeles.
- Community Meetings:
- January 16, 6:30 PM, 10400 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles (In person and streamed on CalFire IMT2 YouTube).
- January 21, 6:00 PM, Malibu High School (Town Hall for Malibu residents).
Road Closures & Traffic Signals:
Several intersections on Pacific Coast Highway are dark or closed. Drivers should proceed with caution and follow detour signage.
For the latest updates, visit recovery.lacounty.gov or contact local hotlines.
Live LA County Update Thursday, Jan. 16 at 8 a.m.
Live Fire Update Thursday, Jan. 16 at 7 a.m.