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Images include the LA City seal and EMD logo - with snowflakes falling around - and a snowman, a frost-covered car, and a list for New Year's resolutions. TEXT: December 2024 Emergency Management Department Newsletter / Issue 30 / EMD wishes everyone a Safe & Happy Holiday Season! / Resolving to be Prepared / This Decem-Burr, resolve to be prepared by making resolutions for the new year, such as: creating an emergency kit and signing up for NotifyLA.

Decem-BURR "Safe & Happy" Holiday Tips

Posted on 12/02/2024

Decem-BURR "Safe & Happy" Holiday Tips
Three people review a plan during an earthquake drill

Earthquake Prep: NO time like TODAY!

Posted on 11/18/2024

Earthquake Prep: NO time like TODAY!
[In Korean]: Woman cooking several holiday dishes in a kitchen while a dog plays underfoot. TEXT: Do not leave cooking unattended / Exercise caution when handling hot liquids and foods, as steam or splashes can cause serious burns, as well as the trays, pans, and serving dishes they are in.

Holiday Cooking & Online Shopping Safety: In Seven Languages

Posted on 11/14/2024

Holiday Cooking & Online Shopping Safety: In Seven Languages
Are You Wildfire-Ready?

As hillsides remain dry and strong winds blow, seasonal wildfires often follow! Learn how to minimize potential losses. 

LA City Fire's Brush Fire Info
Sign Up for Emergency Alerts

Learn about emergency alerts in LA City and nearby; register to receive them.

NotifyLA alerts
Ready Your LA Neighborhood

Prepare yourself & your neighbors for emergencies & disasters with RYLAN.

RYLAN Program
Call 3-1-1

Report urgent City service issues by phone or computer.  Use 9-1-1 for life-threatening events.
 
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Who're You Gonna Call?

When emergencies -- small, medium, OR LARGE -- happen, Angelenos have options for agencies to contact. Key phone #s are listed here. 

Local Emergency Contact Numbers
Emergency Disaster Planning

Planning for the UN-expected is key to emergency management. View the City's Emergency Operation Plan & list of annexes.

Preparation, Response, Recovery & Mitigation

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