Flood Preparedness
Flood Preparedness Resources
Advice and resources to help you prepare for storm season.
SANDBAG PICKUP
Are you in need of free sandbags? Use this map to locate the nearest fire station or beach location providing sandbags.
MUDFLOW ADVICE
Engineering advice for mudflow protection is available from LA County here.
HOMEOWNER’S GUIDE
If you’re a homeowner looking to protect your property from flood, debris, and erosion damage, this guide provides information on devices and other cost-saving measures you can take. Spanish version available here.
STORMSEASON PREPAREDNESS
To make sure you get the latest information, updates, and emergency alerts on LA County storms, visit Weathering #LARain: A Resource Guide
FLOOD ZONE DETERMINATION
Do you know what flood zone you’re in? Use this tool to find out.
IMPROVEMENTS FOR YOUR STRUCTURES
Publications on flood resiliency measures for your structures are available here.
FEMA FLOOD INSURANCE
The National Flood Insurance Program provides insurance to help reduce the socio-economic impact of floods. Learn more on how to obtain flood insurance here.
FIND YOUR WATER PROVIDER
You can use this tool to find out who your local water provider is and how to contact them.
Search the map for your address, then click “Find Services!” to see your provider.
FLOOD CONTROL AND ENVIRONMENTAL PERMITS
The Los Angeles Water Board provides information on municipal stormwater permits for Los Angeles County here.
WaterTalks
WaterTalks provides a series of community events designed to generate and increase community involvement in planning a sustainable water future for California. Participation in WaterTalks community events will help ensure communities’ needs, concerns, questions, and insights become part of the State’s future water projects.
