Systems mitigate risks

Risks not eliminated

Public Works: Prepared Annual valve testing Ongoing dam infrastructure improvement program

Public Works: Prepared Clearing overgrown vegetation from soft bottom channels Removing sediment from debris basins

Public Works: Prepared Removing vegetation and debris from spreading grounds Inspecting and repairing rubber dams and intake structures

Public Works: Prepared. Cleaning out and removing debris from culverts and catch basins, inspecting storm drains Inspecting and testing pump plants

Storm Operations -Monitor forecasts from National Weather Service prior to and during rainfall events -Collect Real-time rainfall, runoff, and water levels at dams -Check condition of pre-defined vulnerable locations

Capturing stormwater; Recharging groundwater Integrated, multi-agency efforts: Los Angeles County Public Works Los Angeles County Public Works U.S. Army Corps of Engineers U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Los Angeles Department of Water and Power Los Angeles Department of Water and Power Water agencies, municipalities, partners Water agencies, municipalities, partners

StormOperations Storm Operations Activate Department Operations Center as necessary Coordinate activities with County Office of Emergency Management

Ready to respond

El Niño: Be prepared High probability of increased rainfall, but no guarantees High probability of increased rainfall, but no guarantees Awareness and assessment heightened during El Niño conditions Awareness and assessment heightened during El Niño conditions Be prepared – in advance of winter storms Be prepared – in advance of winter storms

Working together; protecting each other

What should you do? Stay Alert – Anticipate potential hazards: Stay out of flood channels and riverbeds Stay out of flood channels and riverbeds Stay away from steep slopes; could be saturated Stay away from steep slopes; could be saturated When driving, be aware of water, When driving, be aware of water, mud and debris on streets Stay informed -- Monitor: Local weather forecasts and advisories

Know your flood risk Consider Flood Insurance options Most homeowners insurance policies do not cover the risk of flood Is your property in a Special Flood Hazard Zone? Visit: dpw.lacounty.gov/wmd/floodzone Visit: floodsmart.gov Visit: floodsmart.gov

Stay informed Road closures:dpw.lacounty.gov/roadclosures Sandbags:dpwcare.org/sandbags Beach closures:publichealth.lacounty.gov Tree safety / Public Works Dispatch: HELP (4357) Weather Conditions:wrh.noaa.gov/lox

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