Active Incidents
Franklin Fire (Malibu)
Here is the latest we have on the Franklin Fire from the City of Malibu, updated 12/19/24: FRANKLIN FIRE UPDATE: 12/19. 4,037 acres, 100% contained. 100% of inspections complete. 20 structures destroyed (9 single-family), 28 damaged (14 single-family). Red Flag Fire conditions (wind), and PSPS power shutoffs are over.
Franklin Fire Recovery Center at Malibu City Hall
A Recovery Center is available in the downstairs lobby of Malibu City Hall during open hours, with City Planning and Environmental Sustainability staff ready to assist residents or businesses with rebuild, permitting, debris removal and other assistance related to the Franklin Fire, including during the winter holiday closure. The staff is also available directly by phone at 310-456-2489, ext. 385 or email at MPlanning@malibucity.org.
Mental Health Resources
The following mental health resources are available:
- Boys and Girls Club of Malibu Wellness Center: Free counseling services for residents impacted by the fire. Contact the Wellness Center at 310-457-6801 ext. 74141 or email wellnessinfo@bgcmalibu.org.
- Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health: Additional resources are available at dmh.lacounty.gov or by calling 800-854-7771.
Residents are encouraged to:
- Stay informed via www.malibucity.org/franklinfire and www.sce.com/psp
- Tune into local AM/FM radio, including 99.1 FM KBUU for updates during outages
- Call the City’s information line at 310-456-2489, available daily from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Information about County and other helping organizations can be found on the LA County website: https://recovery.lacounty.gov/franklinfire/.
Recent Activations
CHINATOWN STRUCTURE FIRES
On Friday, September 13, 2024, a multi-story apartment building under construction on New Depot Street in Chinatown caught fire. Three nearby buildings were impacted and more than 50 local residents, along with their pets, were at least temporarily displaced. Two of the structures were red tagged: unsafe to inhabit; two others are partially closed.
What follows are links to current resources for victims of the Chinatown Structures Fire:
BRIDGE FIRE
On Sunday, Sept. 8, 2024, Angeles National Forest firefighters responded to a reported wildfire in the San Gabriel Mountains National Monument in the East Fork area by Cattle Canyon Bridge along Camp Bonita Road. The fire affected two counties, LA County and San Bernardino County. Nearly 55,000 acres burned, 17 structures damaged, 81 structures destroyed, and 8 injuries.
Please see the information below regarding resources and other relevant information for LA County residents affected by the Bridge Fire. We will be adding resources as we assess the short and long-term recovery needs.
Click here for Bridge Fire Recovery Information on the LA County website. Click here for the LA County Public Works department for information on the debris removal and rebuilding process.
About This Page
Stay Tuned
When an emergency or disaster occurs and ENLA is activated, information and resources specific to the incident will be listed on this page.
Stay Informed
Don't forget to follow ENLA and government partners on X (formerly Twitter) and sign up for alerts with LA County, City of LA, and FEMA. Click here for more info.
Stay Prepared
We can't say it enough! Prepare for disaster before it strikes! Visit the Ready.gov (DHS) website to find resources to help you, your household, and/or your organization prepare for when a disaster strikes. Make a plan!
Step 1: Put a plan together by discussing the questions below with your family, friends, or household to start your emergency plan.
- How will I receive emergency alerts and warnings?
- What is my shelter plan?
- What is my evacuation route?
- What is my family/household communication plan?
- Do I need to update my emergency preparedness kit?
Step 2: Consider specific needs in your household.
Step 3: Create a Family/Household Emergency Plan.
Step 4: Practice your plan with your family/household.