A significant amount of rainfall is in the forecast for Culver City and the surrounding area. We want our community to be prepared and informed of what the City will be doing during this time.
What to Expect
• Multiple rainstorms are expected over the next several days.
• Heaviest rains (1 to 3 inches) are expected on Thursday, February 1st.
• Winds are also expected. Gusts of 35 to 55 mph spreading through area Thursday and Friday, February 2nd.
• Potential for flooded roads, downed utility wires, trees, and power outages.
Next week's rainfall has potential to be even more impactful with more rain beginning on Sunday, February 4th, and continuing into the week.
In preparation for the upcoming storms, Culver City first responders are taking multiple steps to ensure safety and ongoing preparation. The Culver City Fire Department has sand and sandbags available at Fire Station One in downtown Culver City. Sandbags are available to residents, 10 per household, at our headquarters fire station location at 9505 Culver Blvd. They are self-serve and can be found to the rear of the fire station. Sandbags are also still available for free at the City Yard on Jefferson Boulevard. They will continue to monitor for significant property damage.
The Culver City Police Department is working with the Housing and Human Services team, patrolling flood channels to ensure there aren't any unhoused residents affected by the rainstorms. The Public Works Department is monitoring and will clear major debris throughout the City. You are also encouraged to help staff with trash pickup by placing your bins 12 inches from the curb.
Residents are encouraged to sign up for the City's alert system Everbridge to stay informed of the very latest news about the storm.
You can also find useful resources on the Culver City Fire Department's website.
Important Phone Numbers
• Immediate Emergency Assistance: For life-threatening situations, call 911.
• Visit the City's Homeless Services webpage for help if you become unhoused.
• Adults or families seeking emergency winter shelter should call Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority at (800) 548-6047. You can also call 211 or visit 211LA's website for more information.
• City of Culver City Office of Emergency Management (310) 253-5900
• City of Culver City Department of Public Works, Maintenance Operations, (310) 253-6420
• You can find contacts for utilities by visiting the Culver City website.
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