Mega-Event Readiness

As Los Angeles County prepares to host a historic run of global spectacles—including Super Bowl LXI in 2027 and the LA28 Olympic and Paralympic Games—Emergency Network Los Angeles (ENLA) is working actively behind the scenes. As the designated Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster (VOAD) for LA County, our priority is ensuring our local communities, vulnerable populations, and nonprofit networks are resilient, informed, and prepared for the unique operational demands of these massive crowds.

Our Role & Deployment Protocols

During high-security mega-events, ENLA functions as the vital information conduit and communication streamliner between government emergency operations and our network of community partners. 

• No Self-Deployment: In alignment with standard emergency protocols, ENLA and its nonprofit partners do not self-deploy. All event-related disaster operations, mass care, or emergency responses require formal activation by government authorities, including the LA County Office of Emergency Management (OEM) and the City of LA Emergency Management Department (EMD). 
• Network Coordination: ENLA's leadership and specialized committees (Mass Care, Volunteer Management, Emotional/Spiritual Care, etc.) remain on standby to coordinate unmet community needs should a cascading regional incident occur. 
• Volunteer Mobilization: For community members looking to give their time safely and effectively before or during the games, please coordinate through our official partner, L.A. Works, or explore the formal LA28 Volunteer Crew Program to avoid uncoordinated spontaneous volunteering. 

Community & Resident Preparedness

With millions of visitors expected to flood local transit corridors and venue hubs (from SoFi Stadium to the Rose Bowl), everyday preparedness is our best defense against disruptions. We urge all LA County residents to take the following foundational steps: 

• Stay Informed: Sign up immediately for Alert LA County and NotifyLA to receive real-time, localized text alerts regarding transit shutdowns, major crowd surges, or emergency hazards.
• Build a Hyper-Local Plan: Utilize the city’s ReadyLA Program to create a family evacuation and sheltering plan, paying special attention to children, older adults, and neighbors with access or functional needs. 
• Expect Gridlock & Supply Fluctuations: Treat peak event weeks like severe weather windows. Ensure your household emergency kits are fully updated with necessary food, water, and prescription medications to minimize non-essential travel. Download the official LA Metro Transit App for live tracking, gate changes, and step-by-step navigation.