City Works to Repair Wind Damage

The City of Culver City continues to monitor the disastrous fire activity in the Los Angeles area. At this time, the effects in Culver City have been relatively minor. There are no active fire threats to the City of Culver City.

The Culver City Fire and Police Departments are engaged in mutual response with other agencies, assisting in critical support of firefighting and evacuations.

"Our thoughts are with victims from neighboring communities who have experienced unimaginable devastation. Thank you to our first responders for their commitment to helping these communities in dire need," said Mayor Dan O'Brien. "This situation is a reminder to build a plan for yourself and family in case of an emergency. We will stay alert."

The forceful winds have knocked down trees and created power outages. The Public Works Department and its personnel are diligently engaging in cleanup throughout Culver City. You can report downed trees and debris by calling (310) 253-6420.

With the Culver City skies filled with fire and smoke, the Culver City Department of Parks and Recreation has announced all parks and the plungewill remain closed.. The closers will be re assessed on a daily basis.

All permitted outdoor activities and classes are canceled and we advise residents that due to poor air quality, please refrain from strenuous activity outdoors in the parks. The Senior Center remains open.

We urge the public to take this opportunity to sign up for important alerts. Register your cell phone number, home phone number and email address with Everbridge, the City of Culver City's Official Emergency Mass Notification System. Everbridge is used to send voice messages, text messages and email messages to residents and businesses during times of emergencies and disasters. It's easy to get started. Visit our City Member Portal and get registered. You can also learn more about how to stay informed on the Fire Department's website.

Thank you to our community members for remaining prepared, connected and for sharing only verified information from the official City of Culver City platforms. Our thoughts are with everyone impacted by fires, and we will remain vigilant in maintaining our community's safety and supporting our partners in public safety.