Sit Rep 3 | January 8, 2025, 1900 PT

Photo Credit | LAFD

As the situation unfolds, multiple new wildfires starts are igniting, there are a total of six (6) wildfires burning in Los Angeles County that started on both January 7th & 8th, with one in Ventura County. According to CAL FIRE, there have been 55 wildfires across the State have been ignited with a current of eight or so wildfires occurring just days into the new year and month.

Palisades Fire

Incident Summary | The Palisades Fire started on January 7, 2025, at 1030 hours PT southeast of Palisades Drive in the Pacific Palisades community and about four miles west of Brentwood in Los Angeles County, California.

Incident Cooperators | LAFD is the Lead Fire Agency with the following supporting as mutual aid:

  • LA County FD & PIO
  • LA County Gov Newsom
  • CA State DOC
  • CAL FIRE / BDU
  • CA OES
  • Ventura County FD
  • Angeles National Forest
  • Snohomish Regional Fire & Rescue (WA) 82A / 4 firefighters, including a wildland Strike Team Leader
  • South County Fire (WA)

Photo Credit | South County Fire

Resources Assigned

  • 836 personnel
  • 7 copters
  • 149 engines
  • 4 dozers
  • 4 water tenders
  • 181 other assigned

This is not including the presser released earlier today, where Fire Officials stated there are 9,000 firefighters in Los Angeles County alone and state there is a shortage.

Current Status | 15,832 acres of brush and grass, 0% containment status.

As of this morning’s update to the National Interagency Fire Center or NIFC, for short. there was a report of a minimum of 300 structures lost. Fire behavior has been observed as extreme with wind-driven runs and long-range spotting. Multiple communities and critical infrastructure are currently being threatened. Evacuations are in effect along with area and road closures. A High Wind Warning remains in effect this evening from 1800 hours into Friday, January 10, 2025.

Unified Command | CAL FIRE San Bernardino-Inyo-Mono Unit, Los Angeles County Fire Department, Los Angeles City Fire Department and Los Angeles Police Department.

Incident Management Team | CA FIRE IMT2 assumed command this morning at 0800 hours.

Contact Information | For Evacuees

  • Fire Public Info Line: 213-484-5604
  • Fire Media Line: 213-379-3841

Evacuation Orders/Warnings/Map & Road Closures

Evacuation Shelters | Three are listed below for People

Westwood Recreation Center
1350 South Sepulveda Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90025

El Camino Real Charter High School
5440 Valley Circle Boulevard
Woodland Hills, CA 91367

Pasadena Convention Center
300 E Green Street, Pasadena, CA 91101, USA

Animal Evacuation Shelters | Large & Small Animals

Small Animals | 8 Locations

  • El Camino High School, 5440 Valley Circle Blvd, Woodland Hills
    American Red Cross Sheltering Site with mobile animal shelter for small animals only
  • Agoura Animal Care Center, 29525 Agoura Rd, Agoura Hills
  • Baldwin Park Animal Care Center, 4275 Elton St, Baldwin Park
  • Carson Animal Care Center, 216 W Victoria St, Gardena
  • Castaic Animal Care Center, 31044 Charlie Canyon, Castaic
  • Downey Animal Care Center, 11258 Garfield Ave, Downey
  • Lancaster Animal Care Center, 5210 W Ave I, Lancaster
  • Palmdale Animal Care Center, 38550 Sierra Hwy, Palmdale

Large Animals | 4 Large Animal Locations

  • Pomona Fairplex, 1101 W McKinley Ave, Pomona
  • Industry Hills Expo, 16200 Temple Ave, City of Industry
  • LA Equestrian, 480 Riverside Dr, Burbank
  • Castaic Animal Care Center, 31044 Charlie Canyon, Castaic

Damage Assessment | CTD: 2.5 Million Dollars. Approximately 1,000+ structures have been impacted.

Get Prepared & Check out these essentials

Being prepared to leave at a moment’s notice is key to staying safe. Don’t wait until it’s too late to pack your go bag—get started today.

Here are some quick tips:

Go Bag Essentials

  • Important Documents: IDs, insurance papers, and any critical records.
  • Medications: A 7-day supply of prescription and over-the-counter medicines.
  • Clothing: Comfortable, weather-appropriate clothing and sturdy shoes.
  • Emergency Supplies: Flashlight, batteries, phone chargers, and a first-aid kit.
  • Personal Needs: Toiletries, eyeglasses, baby formula, or pet supplies.
  • Food and Water: Non-perishable snacks and enough water for at least three days.

Additional Tips

  • Stay connected: Sign up for local emergency alerts and visit fire.ca.gov for updates.
  • Know your zone: Check evacuation maps to understand your area’s status.
  • Plan ahead: Discuss evacuation routes and meeting points with your family.

For more information and a complete checklist for wildfire preparedness, visit readyforwildfire.org. Stay informed. Stay prepared. And stay safe!

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