The Saturday morning rain brought down debris that's blocking both directions of Pacific Coast Highway at Topanga, Tuna and Big Rock, prompying a full hard closure between Topanga and Carbon Beach Terrace.



Crews are making good progress but still have to clear mud at Peña Road. PCH will remain closed tonight and will reopen Sunday at 6 a.m. to the same soft closure (residents w/burn scar passes, contractors, emergency responders and designated Metro, school buses.)

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The City of Malibu, Supervisor Lindsey P. Horvath from LA County’s Third Supervisorial District, LA County’s Third Supervisorial District, LA County Sheriff’s Department, LA County Public Works, Caltrans and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for an important discussion on the impacts of the Palisades Fire on Pacific Coast Highway (PCH), its progress and ongoing recovery efforts.

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Topanga Canyon Boulevard (SR-27) remains closed to the public for safety reasons between Pacific Coast Highway and Grand View as extensive cleanup and repairs continue. The closure is to protect the public from serious injuries and fatalities.

Caltrans is prepared to open the road as soon as it is safe to do so in coordination with the California Highway Patrol, utilities and local public agencies.

Caltrans expects to open one lane to school buses during designated times with an escort this week and is working on a plan with its partners to also allow essential business travel during this timeframe.



Progress has been made in cleanup efforts, with at least 8,600 cubic yards of mud and debris — equivalent to 860 truckloads — removed so far of the 33,000 cubic yards that came down on the highway after the February storm. All mud and debris are being pushed to the side of the road and tested. Clean dirt will be sent to Oxnard farms for reuse. To date, all dirt has tested clean.

Caltrans and its partners are working to restore Topanga Canyon Boulevard by building retaining walls in three locations and rebuilding the shoulder and lane where the road was washed away. Rebuilding the shoulder and lane will take at least a month, once a design is in place. Additionally, multiple locations throughout SR-27 will require the installation of debris flow barriers and installation of larger culverts. These improvements will help minimize the impacts of future debris/mudflows on SR-27 due to the extensive burn scars in the canyon..



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The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) invites community members and stakeholders to attend an informational meeting about the Pacific Coast Highway Pavement Rehabilitation Project at 6 p.m. March 27 in the multipurpose room at the Santa Monica Main Library, 601 Santa Monica Blvd. The project will also incorporate Complete Streets elements that enhance safety.

The meeting is intended for the project team to share information and schedules for the proposed improvement project on Pacific Coast Highway (PCH/State Route 1) between McClure Tunnel in Santa Monica and just south of Cross Creek Road in Malibu, including safety enhancement measures. Attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions.

The scope of work for this project, which is expected to begin in summer 2027, would include:

· Rehabilitate pavement along PCH from McClure Tunnel to Cross Creek Road

· Upgrade existing ADA Ramps and existing Metal Beam Guard Rail (MBGR)

· Improve lighting in the Roosevelt Tunnel and Will Rogers Parking Lot Tunnel underground pedestrian crossings

· New sidewalks at multiple bus stop locations

· A new overhead sign at Sunset Avenue

· Additional Class II bike lanes and striping

· Additional pedestrian warning signs

The goal of this project is to extend the service life of the pavement and improve ride quality for motorists.

Caltrans has identified this location as a top-priority safety corridor. It is also a Complete Streets project, meaning the scope aims to increase safety and mobility features for cyclists, pedestrians and motorists to share the road.

The total estimated cost for the project is $72 million. Construction is expected to be completed by summer 2029..

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On Sunday evening, in the 8200 block of Vista Del Mar near the shoreline in Playa Del Rey, a two car collision resulted in one car going off the side of the road and struck a pedestrian down below.

Unfortunately the female patient struck by the car was beyond medical help when paramedics arrived and determined deceased on scene. Her age is unknown at this time. An approximately 70 year old male patient was treated for minor injuries.





The police have not yet released any information about the ongoing investigation.

As of Friday, March 14 at 4 PM, Pacific Coast Highway in the Palisades burn area is under a temporary FULL CLOSURE from Carbon Beach Terrace to Coastline Drive due to continuous rock/mud/debris flow onto PCH at Big Rock. Only emergency vehicles will be allowed through.



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Caltrans will implement a full closure of Pacific Coast Highway (PCH) from Chautauqua Blvd in Los Angeles to Carbon Beach Terrace in Malibu due to safety concerns from the incoming storm beginning Wednesday, March 12 at noon. Only emergency vehicles and US Army Corps of Engineers’ debris-hauling contractors will be allowed through the closure. Residents and businesses in burn scar areas are not permitted. Those with burn area access passes will not be accepted.

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Due to safety concerns from the incoming storm, restrict access to the following roads in Malibu beginning Wednesday, March 12:

Las Flores Canyon Rd: Closed to all but emergency vehicles beginning at 12 PM. Will reopen when PCH reopens (TBD).

Malibu Canyon Rd: Closed from Francisco Ranch Rd (1.5 miles north of PCH) to Piuma Rd to all but emergency vehicles beginning at 6 PM. Tentative reopening planned for Thursday, March 13 at 6 PM, depending on conditions.

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Conditions have allowed crews to begin the clean-up of least 33,000 cubic yards of mud and debris that came down after the last storm. Once the boulder was reduced to rubble on February 24, engineers surveyed the extent of damage and determined that retaining walls must be built in three locations, one specifically to replace guardrail and to rebuild the shoulder and lane where the road washed away. Rebuilding the shoulder and lane will take at least a month, once a design is in place.

Additionally, there are multiple locations throughout SR-27 that will require installation of debris flow barriers and installation of larger culverts. These improvements will help minimize the impacts of debris/mudflows on SR-27 due to the extensive burn scars in the canyon.



As it may take it several months before the road is fully open due to repair work, Southern California Edison will now undertake previously planned work to underground its utility lines. (More on partial opening plans later.) Additionally, the Los Angeles County Department of Public Works wants to re-route a water main connection for the town that was exposed when the road washed away.

All mud and debris that came down onto the highway is being pushed to the side of the road and will be tested. Clean dirt will be sent to Oxnard farms for reuse. To date, all dirt has tested clean.

Caltrans is aiming to open one lane to essential business travel during dedicated times and with an escort and possibly shuttles to provide residents access once it’s deemed safe. Although reopening the roadway is dependent on cleanup, repair work and weather, Caltrans stands ready to execute this interim reopening plan in coordination with the CHP, utilities, and any affected public agencies as soon as it is safe to do so.

Caltrans recognizes the critical role these corridors play in the clean-up and recovery efforts for the residents and the public. The decision to reopen lanes must be a joint decision from all parties with a specific plan in place and with safety as the top consideration

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Topanga Canyon Boulevard (SR-27) remains closed to the public for safety reasons between Pacific Coast Highway (PCH) and Grand View Drive due to the recent rain. Areas were washed out and now need structural repair and cleanup. This is in addition to repairs for fire-related damage. As Caltrans works to restore the road, it will maintain access for emergency responders and is exploring options for limited access, when safely feasible. There is no estimated time of reopening.

Another safety threat was the recent discovery of a large boulder, measuring 30 feet by 15 feet by 10 feet, which is in an unstable position above the roadway between postmile 2.1 and 1.7. Last week, Caltrans began a rock scaling operation after coordinating with utilities to shut off power due to its proximity to a powerline. The area was closed to all – including Caltrans Maintenance, contract crews and utility workers. On Monday, February 24, crews were able to successfully blast the boulder and resume clearing of SR 27.



Utility companies are continuing major repair work, including rerouting a main water line and underground electrical work, which will impact the shoulder and lane. This will require one-way traffic control for contractors. Prior to the recent rain, Caltrans geotechnical engineers identified more than 20 locations along SR 27 that need debris flow barriers and culvert replacement. Additional work and safety measures, such as scaling and installation of rockfall cable mesh, are needed to restore slope stability and roadway safety.

Although reopening the roadway is dependent on cleanup, repair work and weather, Caltrans stands ready to execute a reopening plan in coordination with the CHP, utilities, and any affected public agencies as soon as it is safe to do so. We recognize the critical role these corridors play in the clean-up and recovery efforts for the residents and the public. The decision to reopen lanes must be a joint decision from all parties with a specific plan in place and with safety as the top consideration. We will keep you informed of potential plans to provide limited, escorted access during designated periods.

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Metro Bus Line 134 will resume service to Malibu beginning Friday, February 28. Line 134 runs on Pacific Coast Highway between the E Line in downtown Santa Monica and Trancas Canyon in Malibu and has been suspended since the devastating Palisades Fire started on January 7

Line 134 will run its usual route but will not be stopping in the 10-mile work zone most impacted by the Palisades Fire due to the loss of a travel lane on PCH and safety considerations. The no stopping zone is between the intersection of PCH and Temescal Canyon Road and the intersection of PCH and Rambla Vista.

To repeat: riders expecting to use a stop in the 10-mile work zone SHOULD NOT use Line 134. Buses will not be stopping to discharge riders or pick them up in the work zone.

Line 134 will provide service to its usual stops in Santa Monica – including the E Line station – and to all stops on PCH west of Rambla Vista to Trancas Canyon Road. That includes the usual stops at Malibu Pier, Cross Creek Road, Civic Center Way and Malibu Canyon Road.

Riders should expect travel delays through the work zone as speeds are restricted to 25 miles per hour. Metro will review schedules once service is back underway and make any needed adjustments.

On Friday, Line 134 will follow its usual schedule. The first westbound bus will depart Downtown Santa Monica Station at 5:31 a.m. and the first eastbound bus will depart Trancas Canyon at 6:41 a.m.

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Pacific Coast Highway will continue to remain FULLY CLOSED in both directions between Chautauqua Blvd. & Carbon Beach Terrace (ONLY open to emergency responders, contractors, utilities). Due to continuing cleanup and heavy equipment, the general public cannot enter. No estimated of opening.

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Pacific Coast Highway between Chautauqua Boulevard and Carbon Beach Terrace is FULLY CLOSED and will remain until further notice due to heavy flooding and mudslides. Only Emergency Responders may access PCH until further notice due to a HARD CLOSURE of the route.



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On Saturday morning, a slide occurred on Topanga Canyon Blvd, north of the closure at Grand View Drive, bringing down a small boulder onto the roadway.



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State Route 27 remains FULLY CLOSED between PCH and Grand View Drive in Topanga until further notice. Recent storm brought more mud and debris onto the road.

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Pacific Coast Highwaywill remain FULLY CLOSED in both directions between Chautauqua Blvd. & Carbon Beach Terrace until further notice for safety in case of more slides & to allow Caltrans & L.A. County crews to remove debris, mitigate slope slippage & clear debris basins.



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A slide occurred Thursday night on Pacific Coast Highway , just north of Big Rock Dr. Caltrans crews removed about 10 truckloads of debris.





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Pacific Coast Highway will be closed between Chautauqua Blvd in Los Angeles and Carbon Beach Terrace in Malibu, tomorrow Feb. 4 at 3 p.m. due to risk of mud & debris flows from upcoming storms.



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It was announce late Saturday night that Pacific Coast Highway reopening will be postponed for 1 day, now reopening on Monday.



Starting Monday, LAPD will transfer responsibility for Palisades access to CHP and the National Guard, allowing LAPD to increase its service citywide while also keeping the Palisades secure.

“The Los Angeles Police Department remains committed to working alongside our law enforcement partners to ensure the burn area remains safe,” said LAPD Chief Jim McDonnell. “We appreciate their support as we continue to service the needs of all Angelenos.”

One lane will be closed in each direction between Temescal Canyon Rd in LA & Carbon Beach Terrace in Malibu. Speed limit will be reduced to 25 MPH & all signals will be on flashing red.

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PCH will be reopening in the #PalisadesFire area on Feb. 2 at 8 a.m.

One lane will be closed in each direction between Temescal Canyon Rd in LA & Carbon Beach Terrace in Malibu. Speed limit will be reduced to 25 MPH & all signals will be on flashing red.



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