Los Angeles County Junior Lifeguard Program pier jump drill at the Venice Pier on Thursday morning.
The City of Malibu is working closely with Caltrans and other state and regional partners to address rapidly worsening coastal erosion threatening Pacific Coast Highway (PCH) in the Palisades Fire burn area. While Caltrans has taken important interim steps to protect the roadway, the City continues to urge the agency to move quickly on permanent stabilization measures to protect public safety and critical infrastructure.
Immediately following the Palisades Fire, the City initiated an investigation of conditions along the PCH corridor and has been conducting rigorous field observations, documenting active erosion, coordinating emergency protective measures, and bringing together the agencies responsible for the roadway and utilities beneath it.
Left unaddressed, the erosion trend will continue to accelerate, removing the material that supports the roadway embankment. The onset of El Niño conditions this storm season significantly raises the likelihood of heavy rainfall, high surf and wave events that could compress months of expected erosion into a single storm cycle. The collaborative approach to address this impending situation with all agencies will help to mitigate roadway failure.
WHAT ACTIONS THE CITY HAS TAKEN To date, the City has done everything within its authority to document these conditions and work with our agency partners to allow everyone to move quickly to permanently stabilize PCH, including:
Conducted joint field observations with Caltrans at all 16 red-tagged High-Priority parcels posing immediate roadway risk.
Coordinated directly with Caltrans District 7, Los Angeles County Waterworks District No. 29, and SoCalGas to assess utility conditions.
Committed City staff to monitor of affected parcels and direct outreach to every High-Priority property owner.
Provided support through the rebuild centers for all affected property owners.
Briefed Los Angeles County Supervisor Lindsey Horvath's Office on all issues related to the Palisades Fire and rebuilding efforts.
Briefed the Governor's Office of Los Angeles Recovery on conditions along PCH, including coastal erosion issues.
Westward Beach Road, which provides vehicle access to Point Dume Beach, is closed until further notice due to severe erosion caused by recent high tides and surf. There is currently no estimated reopening date.
Visitors are reminded not to cross safety cones, caution tape, or barriers. The bluff edge is unstable, with erosion creating drop-offs of up to 8 feet in some locations. Entering closed areas could result in serious injury.
In addition, Restrooms 1, 2, and 3 remain closed after erosion damaged the water line and water meter serving the facilities. Temporary chemical toilets and hand-washing stations are available nearby.
The Los Angeles County Department of Beaches and Harbors and Los Angeles County Public Works are assessing the damage.
Updates will be posted as additional information becomes available.
One big block party in Venice to kick off the closing weekend of the LA Jazz Festival. Windward Circle transforms into a free, family-friendly celebration of the beating pulse of the diaspora and its journey across four stages: Cuba, Latin Jazz, New Orleans and Afrobeats. Street food, drinks, DJs and dancing.
August 21, 2026
Windward Cir, Los Angeles, CA 90291
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The Santa Monica Police Department invites residents, families, businesses, and visitors to join us for National Night Out 2026, a free evening dedicated to strengthening neighborhood relationships, building trust, and celebrating the community we serve.
This year's event will be held on Tuesday, August 4, 2026, from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Santa Monica City Hall, 1685 Main Street, and features the movie-inspired theme, "Lights. Camera. Community."
National Night Out is an annual nationwide campaign that promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie. The event provides an opportunity for residents to meet the officers, professional staff, and community partners who work together every day to keep Santa Monica safe while learning more about the programs, services, and resources available throughout the city.
Guests can enjoy an evening of family-friendly activities, including:
• Police vehicle displays
• Interactive games and activities for children
• Meet-and-greets with officers and professional staff
• Community resource booths
• Food, entertainment, and giveaways
• Crime prevention and emergency preparedness information
• Opportunities to explore specialized police equipment and programs
Hosted at Santa Monica City Hall, National Night Out brings together residents from across the community for an evening of fun, conversation, and connection. Whether meeting an officer for the first time, exploring a police motorcycle or patrol vehicle, collecting officer autographs in a special kids' autograph book, or learning more about public safety programs, there will be something for everyone to enjoy.
"Public safety begins with relationships," said Chief Darrick Jacob. "National Night Out is an opportunity to meet your officers, connect with your neighbors, and strengthen the partnerships that help make Santa Monica a safer and more resilient community. We look forward to welcoming everyone for an evening of conversation, learning, and fun."
Admission is free, and all ages are welcome. Free parking will be available in the Civic Parking Structure.
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Around 11:35am on Thursady, a flatbed work truck carrying a load of scaffolding driving downhill on Chautauqua towards Pacific Coast Highway crossed over the oncoming lane and into the building that is at the corner of Chautauqua and West Chanel Road where they meet PCH.
The driver was trapped inside the truch for about 2 hours as a crew of roughly 35 Los Angeles Fire Fighters worked to free him. Using using hydraulic tools, known as the Jaws of Life, to cut into the trapped flatbed truck's cab, they pulled the driver out, and he was taken to a local hospital. No information on his condition is avaliable.
“It’s not your typical traffic accident,” said LAFD public information officer Captain Anthony Tubbs. “You have the building issue and the concern of stability, and then you have the vehicle, which is in itself impaled and damaged.”
No one was inside the building at the time of the crash.
The truck belongs to IVO Wall Experts, a drywall contractor based in City of Commerce. It was removed from the building with a crane.
As of Thursdsay afternoon, the streets remain closed as the cause of the accident remains under investigation. Photo above is fron LAFD.
For our 6th Annual Patagonia Film Festival, our theme is Public Lands. All ticket sales will go to Runners for Public Lands.
We will show around 60 minutes worth of films at the festival, and the audience will vote for Best Overall, Best Environmental Story, and Best Cinematography. Winners will be awarded a $1,500 shopping spree at Patagonia Santa Monica.
Best Overall: The winning entrant will receive a $1,500.00 shopping spree at the Patagonia Santa Monica Store. The prize must be redeemed by December 31, 2026.
Best Environmental Story: The winning entrant will receive a $1,500.00 shopping spree at the Patagonia Santa Monica Store. The prize must be redeemed by December 31, 2026.
Best Cinematography: The winning entrant will receive a $1,500.00 shopping spree at the Patagonia Santa Monica Store. The prize must be redeemed by December 31, 2026.
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