Franklin Fire burns multiple homes within hours of ignition.
For more on the Franklin Fire, Click Here.
Los Angeles County Fire Department held a press release at 6:00 PM on 12/10/24 at Zuma Beach. Officials provided this updated information.
The Franklin Fire has now burned 2,862 acres and remains at 0% containment. Preliminary reports indicate that seven structures have been destroyed, and eight have been damaged. Our thoughts are with all those affected by this devastating event. The City has set up an Emergency Information and Supplies Station at Zuma Beach, offering updates, food, water, first aid assistance
Mandatory Evacuation Order:
Areas east of Latigo Canyon, west of Topanga Beach Driveway, and south of Baller Motorway, including the Big Rock and Las Flores Communities.
Evacuation Warning:
Areas east of Trancas, south of Hidden Highlands Road, and west of Crestline Drive. Residents in these areas should remain ready to evacuate if conditions worsen.
Shelters Open and Active
Santa Monica Malibu Unified School District (SMMUSD), 2802 4th Street, Santa Monica (crated small animals accepted).
Calabasas Community Center. (27040 Malibu Hills Rd.)
For Animals
Small animals: Agoura Animal Shelter (29525 Agoura Rd.)
Large animals: Pierce College (6201 Winnetka Ave.)
Road Closures
Soft Closure:
Las Virgenes and Lost Hills Road (residents only)
Hard Closures:
Pacific Coast Highway (PCH) between Kanan Dume Road and Topanga Canyon.
Topanga Canyon Road is open to residents only.
Las Virgenes Road and Mulholland Highway.
Resources and Response
Over 1,500 firefighters and 13 federal, state, and local agencies are actively responding to this incident. Their efforts are critical to protecting our community, and we thank them for their tireless bravery and dedication.
Stay Updated and Stay Safe.
We urge everyone to stay informed, follow evacuation orders and warnings, and prepare to act quickly if conditions change. Thank you for your resilience and cooperation during this challenging time. Together, we will face this crisis and emerge stronger as a community.
This updated message incorporates the Watch Duty App and Genasys Evacuation Map for real-time information and adds clarity to communication resources.
For more on the Franklin Fire, Click Here.
German in Venice reoprts from the huge fire in Malibu.
"Last night I happened to drive around in the early morning hours and I got a notification on my phone that there is a huge wildfire in Malibu. I drove from Venice Beach all the way to Malibu at 1 AM. I could not believe my eyes how many different fires I saw in the Malibu Hills hundreds of firefighters lots of fire engines helicopters with water try to fight the fire. I left a Malibu at six in the morning and the fires are still burning."
For more on the Franklin Fire, Click Here.
This Saturday is the 31st Annual Venice Surf-A-Thon, here is a video of the contest from 10 years ago.
>Registrstion for the 31st Annual Venice Surf-A-Thon is open. The contest will be held on Saturday, December 14th at the Venice Pier.
Divisions will be: Boys 14U
Girls 14U
Boys 18U
Open Women
Open Men
Open Longboard Women
Open Longboard Men
Women 40ish
Men's 50+
Body Surfing
Body Boarding
Foamie Expression Session
Entry fee is $30 and that includes a contest t-shirt.
To register, Click Here
Stay tuned for more updates.
See photos from last year, Click Here
Find out about more upcoming local events, Click Here for the Event Calendar.
Topanga Canyon Blvd/Route 27 is CLOSED between Mulholland Drive and Pacific Coast Highway/Route 1 in Topanga area from 12pm (noon) TODAY until 6pm Wed. 12/11 due to high fire danger.
ONLY residents & local business traffic allowed.
For more news, updates and traffic conditions on PCH and other local beachside roads, Click Here.
HAPPY HOWL-IDAYS 🦴 Enjoy the holiday season with your furry friends at Santa Paws on Saturday, December 14, 10 AM – 12 PM! Take a photo with Santa at Malibu Bluffs Park.
For more info, Click Here.
Find out about more upcoming local events, Click Here for the Event Calendar.
Saturday, December 7th from 6 - 9 pm!
Join the Venice Chamber of Commerce, special guests, and your community for a beloved tradition—the annual changing of the Venice Sign lights to festive red and green for the holidays!
Now in its 13th year, this special celebration will take place on Windward Avenue (east of Pacific Avenue), with street closures to make room for live music and family-friendly activities. Don’t miss this magical start to the season!
For more info, Click Here.
Find out about more upcoming local events, Click Here for the Event Calendar.
"Against The Current," is a short film documenting the artistic process of the legendary Skateboarder and Filmmaker, Stacy Peralta. Made in conjunction with his art show debuting at CCC gallery this fall and directed by Dana Shaw, it’s not just a love letter to a life of skateboarding but a celebration of the spirit of creativity and commitment.
Stacy shares his various inspirations from childhood to present day, and the challenges and lessons learned while working to develop this new visual language in his iterations of these tools of joy from the past.
The work also explores his temporal and obsessive relationship to the skateboard collection that intrinsically holds the memories of those ephemeral halcyon days. As well as the decay and degradation that entropy and time have on our prized possessions, and even ourselves.
Caltrans will close a northbound lane of PCH from Topanga Cyn to Big Rock in Malibu Dec 2 - 31 Mon - Fri, 9PM-6AM nightly for utility work. No work on holidays or during rain. Watch for workers & work vehicles in the road. Traffic fines doubled in construction zones under CA law.
For more news, updates and traffic conditions on PCH and other local beachside roads, Click Here.
The legendary Rose Cafe in Venice Beach has announce that after 45 years, they will be closing for good.
"Forty-five years is really something. A lot of smiles, morning coffees, and celebrations for more than four decades. It is with sincere gratitude and sadness to announce that The Rose Venice is bidding our beloved corner of Rose and Main a fond farewell. Our last day of service will be Sunday brunch on December 15th. Hope to see you!"
Registrstion for the 31st Annual Venice Surf-A-Thon is open. The contest will be held on Saturday, December 14th at the Venice Pier.
Divisions will be: Boys 14U
Girls 14U
Boys 18U
Open Women
Open Men
Open Longboard Women
Open Longboard Men
Women 40ish
Men's 50+
Body Surfing
Body Boarding
Foamie Expression Session
Entry fee is $30 and that includes a contest t-shirt.
To register, Click Here
Stay tuned for more updates.
See photos from last year, Click Here
Find out about more upcoming local events, Click Here for the Event Calendar.
It’s the most wonderful time of the year and the festive spirit has arrived to Montana Avenue! Gather on December 7 for live music, face painting, carolers strolling up and down the street and meet Santa and the gang at Montana Avenue’s biggest event of the year! Listen to live music and hear an upbeat klezmer band to get friends and family in the dancing mood, and feel the good cheer viewing shop windows dressed for the season. See you for some good fun and great holiday gift shopping along Montana Avenue!
Filled with local merchants, live music, roaming carolers, and appearances by the Grinch, Cindy Lou, and Princess Elsa!
Enjoy hot cocoa and winter-themed activities for kids, in partnership with Tumbleweed Day Camp, and holiday parties hosted by local businesses. Don't miss the chance to shop local vendors, savor delicious treats, and immerse yourself in the holiday spirit. In partnership with Thomas James Homes.
Saturday, December 7 · 3 - 8pm
Montana Avenue
Santa Monica, CA
For more info, Click Here.
Find out about more upcoming local events, Click Here for the Event Calendar.
The Holiday Boat Parade in Marina del Rey is held every year on the second Saturday in December.
Our theme this year is “A Margaritaville Holiday” celebrating the joyful legacy of the legendary singer-songwriter Jimmy Buffett. The parade begins with a spectacular lightshow display. Boat participants come up with their own ideas and decorate their boats with lots of holiday lights and decorations with our theme as their guide. They also wear costumes, dance, sing, have live bands or play music. Both boaters and spectators enjoy themselves immensely.
We look forward to seeing you at our 62nd Annual Marina del Rey Holiday Boat Parade on Saturday, December 14, 2024!
For more info, Click Here.
Find out about more upcoming local events, Click Here for the Event Calendar.
Here's another fun episode dissecting the craziness of surfing at the Malibu Pier from Brad Jacobson.
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