Help Needed To Locate Hiker Denise Elaine Williams

February 12, 2025 ·

Photo courtesy of the LASD.

MALIBU—On Wednesday, February 12, the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department announced on its Facebook page it is asking for the public’s help to locate a missing hiker.

Denise Elaine Williams, 61, a Caucasian female was last in contact with a friend on Monday, February 11. She was last known to be hiking near Sweetwater Mesa Road in the city of Malibu and did not return.

The missing hiker is known to drive a 2005 blue Honda Civic sedan with California License plate number 8LCB252.

Denise is 5 feet and 7 inches tall and weighs 190 pounds. She has brown hair and brown eyes. She was last seen wearing a tan and black jacket with native American logos, gray pants, brown boots and white leather hat. There is concern for Williams’ well-being.

Anyone with details about this incident is encouraged to contact the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department’s Missing Persons Detail at (323) 890-5500. Individuals looking to provide information anonymously, can call “Crime Stoppers” by dialing (800) 222-TIPS (8477), use your smartphone by downloading the “P3 Tips” Mobile APP on Google play or the Apple App Store or by using the website http://lacrimestoppers.org

By Trevor

City Resuming Permit Parking Enforcement

February 12, 2025 ·

Photo courtesy of Georgia de Lotz.

SANTA MONICA—The city of Santa Monica stated on its website on February 10 that starting Monday, February 17, it will resume enforcement of its Preferential Parking program.

Enforcement of preferential parking was temporarily suspended in January to provide parking accommodation for those who were displaced by the Palisades Fire and other regional wildfires. As regional recovery efforts proceed, the city is resuming enforcement to ensure residents retain access to on-street parking within Preferential Parking zones.

The Preferential Parking program is designed to prioritize resident parking, and enforcement is an important measure to ensure compliance with parking regulations.

To support individuals displaced by the wildfires, the city will extend the availability of a complimentary 30-day temporary parking permit established through the city’s local emergency proclamation. While the proclamation remains in place, residents who are normally eligible to obtain a Preferential Parking permit and are housing those displaced by the wildfires may obtain the following 30-day parking permits at no cost.

-30-day Temporary Preferential Parking Permit, for Santa Monica residents housing those displaced by the fires. Click here for a full list of required documentation.

-30-day Overnight Beach Resident Parking Permit, only for Beach Zone residents housing those displaced by the fires. Excludes the Central Zone. Click here for a full list of required documentation.

These 30-day temporary parking permits are valid for up to two vehicles per residential address. At the end of the 30-day period, the permit can be renewed for an additional 30 days if the emergency proclamation is still in effect.

All vehicles parked within a Preferential Parking zone must display a valid Preferential Parking permit during enforcement hours, as indicated on city parking signs by February 17. Vehicles that do not display the appropriate permit may be subject to a parking citation.

Residents may apply for a parking permit in person at the Parking Operations Office, located at 1444 4th St. Hours of operation are 8:30-11:30 a.m. and 1-4:30 p.m., Monday through Thursday and every other Friday.

Street sweeping will not be enforced on President’s Day. To learn more about obtaining a Preferential Parking permit, visit: www.santamonica.gov/process explainers/how-to-obtain-a-preferential-parking-permit.

By Trevor

Malibu Canyon Road Closure For Storm Safety

February 12, 2025 ·

Photo courtesy of the city of Malibu Facebook page.

MALIBU—On Tuesday, February 11, the city of Malibu disclosed that Malibu Canyon Road will be closed for storm safety starting on Thursday, February 13, at 1 a.m. through Friday, February 14, at 6 p.m. (from Piuma Road to Adamson Flats).

Heavy rain could trigger life-threatening and damaging flooding and debris flows. Moderate to heavy rain is forecasted Wednesday through Friday. Stay alert, be prepared and take precautions.

The Red Cross Palisades Fire Evacuation Center is still open for those who choose to evacuate in the burn area (Westwood Recreation Center, 1350 South Sepulveda Boulevard, Los Angeles).

For road closure information, visit LA County Public Works Road Closure website: https://pw.lacounty.gov/roadclosures/index.cfm.

Malibu is under flood watch, and residents are urged to prepare. Plastic sandbags are prohibited in the city — only burlap and jute are allowed. Do not remove sand from the beaches, as it harms the coastal ecosystem and is illegal under County Law.

Sandbag Locations

Pre-filled & Empty Bags:

-La Costa Post Office parking lot, 21229 PCH

Sand & Empty Bags:

-Fire Station #70, 3970 Carbon Canyon Rd at PCH

Empty Bags Only:

-Fire Station #71, 28722 PCH at Zumirez Dr

-Fire Station #72, 1832 Decker Canyon Rd

-Fire Station #88, 23720 Malibu Rd

-Fire Station #99 32550 PCH at Encinal Canyon Rd

All Los Angeles County Fire Stations have sandbags. Call ahead to check availability of sand and filled bags and visit www.dpw.lacounty.gov/dsg/sandbags/ for more details.

By Trevor

Army Corps Of Engineers Begin Debris Removal

February 12, 2025 ·

Photo Credit: Haberdoedas

PACIFIC PALISADES—On February 10, the Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) issued a press release notifying the public that in coordination with the Federal Environmental Management Agency (FEMA) will begin with Phase 2, debris removal from the wildfire sites in Los Angeles County.

Photo Credit: Max T Cvetkov

On Tuesday, February 11, men in hard hats were seen with their backhoes and excavators in LA County’s most burn-scarred areas.

General Jason Kelly, the Deputy Commanding General for Civil and Emergency Operations for USACE made the following statement.

“This mission is personal for us. Our teams on the ground are bringing the same urgency, precision, and care to residential properties that we do with our civil works and military construction missions around the world. We are grateful for the strong collaboration with FEMA, the state of California, Los Angeles County, and the local jurisdictions impacted by the fire, and we remain committed to supporting these impacted communities every step of the way.”

Colonel Eric Swenson, Commander of USACE Recovery Field Office made the following remarks:

“Clearing debris is the first step toward recovery, and we are committed to helping residents in communities across LA County rebuild. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is proud to support this mission alongside the federal, state, and local partners to ensure families return home and begin the rebuilding process as quickly as possible.

According to the National Weather Service, Los Angeles County, including the ruins of the Pacific Palisades and Eaton fires, is currently under a Flash Flood Watch with warnings of debris flow.

Those who have not signed up for the debris removal program are invited to do so by visiting the county’s recovery website at: www.recovery.lacounty.gov.

By Sharon

Love Beverly Hills Helps Wildfire Relief

February 12, 2025 ·

Photo courtesy of the city of Beverly Hills Facebook page.

BEVERLY HILLS—On Tuesday, February 11, the city of Beverly Hills announced on its Facebook page that from February 9 through February 15, celebrate Valentine’s Day all week long by dining at participating Beverly Hills hotels, restaurants and bars, where a portion of the proceeds will support Los Angeles wildfire relief efforts.

The event allows participants to have world-class cuisine and give back to the community. To learn more about participating restaurants and reservations visit: www.LoveBeverlyHills.com.

By Trevor

Feedback Wanted On Improvements At William S. Hart Park

February 12, 2025 ·

Photo courtesy of the city of West Hollywood.

WEST HOLLYWOOD—On February 6, the city of West Hollywood announced in a news release that it will be holding public meetings regarding the Phase 1 Improvements Project for William S. Hart Park & Off-Leash Dog Park (Hart Park), which will include upgrades throughout the park to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Standards for Accessible Design and the California Building Code, Chapter 11B, and improvements to the off-leash dog area, parking lot, and park lighting and security.

Community members are invited to learn more and provide public comment at one of three upcoming meetings during the month of February:

-Public Facilities, Recreation, and Infrastructure Commission Meeting on Wednesday, February 12, at 6:30 p.m. at the West Hollywood City Hall Community Meeting Room, 1st Floor, located at 8300 Santa Monica Boulevard.

-Older Adults Advisory Board Meeting on Wednesday, February 26, at 2 p.m. at the West Hollywood City Hall Community Meeting Room, 1st Floor, located at 8300 Santa Monica Boulevard.

-Disabilities Advisory Board Meeting on Wednesday, February 26, at 6 p.m. at the Plummer Park Community Center, Rooms 5 and 6, located at 7377 Santa Monica Boulevard.

The Public Facilities, Recreation, and Infrastructure Commission, the Older Adults Advisory Board, and the Disabilities Advisory Board will each receive updates on the progress of the Hart Park Phase 1 Improvements Project design, hear thoughts from the community, and get the opportunity to provide feedback to staff and the consultant team. The team will then incorporate Board and Commission recommendations into a final schematic design followed by an update to and review by the West Hollywood City Council.

At its meeting on Monday, April 3, 2023, the City Council reviewed the results of initial community outreach, Board and Commission recommendations, and a conceptual improvement plan for Hart Park. At its meeting on Monday, September 16, 2024, the City Council approved a professional services contract for the design and engineering of the planned improvements and directed staff to explore either the continued use of wood chips in a newly reconfigured and redesigned off-leash play area or other better performing natural surfacing options.

Key planned improvements at Hart Park in Phase 1 include:

-Upgrades to all pedestrian path-of-travel routes and site accessibility barrier-removal improvements in locations as identified in a Certified Access Specialist (CASp) Report;

-Redesign of the parking area to be fully accessible and multi-functional; and

-Reconfiguration of the off-leash dog area into one small and one large play area in accordance with the results of the initial community outreach process and previous recommendations from the Public Facilities, Recreation, and Infrastructure Commission; Older Adults Advisory Board; and Disabilities Advisory Board.

For additional details about the Hart Park Improvements Project visit www.weho.org/city-government/city-manager/capital-projects.

For more information about Hart Park Improvements Project design and construction contact Michael Barker, West Hollywood Project Architect, at (323) 848-6483 or at mbarker@weho.org. For people who are Deaf or hard of hearing dial 711 or 1-800-735-2929 (TTY) or 1-800-735-2922 (voice) for California Relay Service (CRS) assistance.

By Trevor

Flash Flood Watch For Beverly Hills, Malibu, Pacific Palisades

February 12, 2025 ·

Photo Credit: Wes Warren

BEVERLY HILLS—On February 12 at approximately 8:05 p.m., the National Weather Service (NWS) issued a Flash Flood Watch for Los Angeles and Ventura Counties, Los Angeles County beaches, Beverly Hills, Pacific Palisades, Malibu, Malibu Bowl, the Malibu Coast, Malibu Lake, Santa Monica, The Santa Monica Mountains Recreational area, Woodland Hills, and the majority of our coverage area from the morning of Thursday, February 13 until late that night.

NWS warns that flash flooding is “very dangerous,” and the excessive rainfall has the potential to cause debris flows in and near burn scars in both Los Angeles and Ventura Counties with the greatest risk being in the Eaton, Palisades, Franklin, and Bridge areas.

This information along with a complete listing of affected areas may also be found on the City of Beverly Hills webpage.

The following warning is given multiple times on the NWS website.

“Impacts —Heavy rain over the burn scars could trigger life-threatening and damaging flooding and debris flows.” NWS advises to, “Plan now so you know what to do in an emergency.”

Flash flooding is predicted to move inland in Los Angeles County including downtown LA.
In addition, there is a High Wind Advisory for the San Francisco Bay shoreline.

New reports indicate there is a flood watch in effect for Orange County, inland, San Bernardino and Riverside County Valleys, The Inland Empire, and the San Francisco Bay Shoreline.

By Sharon

Vanity Fair Oscar Party To Lead To Street Closures

February 11, 2025 ·

Photo courtesy of the city of Beverly Hills.

BEVERLY HILLS—On Monday, February 10, the city of Beverly Hills announced that the Vanity Fair Academy Awards Party will be returning to Beverly Hills on March 2, so get ready for road closures ahead.

To ensure smooth traffic flow and safety for the event, certain roads will be closed starting Monday, February 17 at 10 p.m. to Friday, March 7, reopening by 10 p.m.

Road Closures Include:

-As crews begin work to assemble the tent on North Crescent Drive between North Santa Monica Boulevard and South Santa Monica Boulevard, the 400 block of the street will be closed beginning Monday, February 17 at 10 p.m. to Friday, March 7, reopening by 10 p.m.

-All businesses on North Crescent Drive are accessible during the closure. Motorists are urged to use alternates routes. Access remains open to local parking garages.

-Additionally, on event day beginning at 3 p.m. Sunday, March 2 to 2 a.m. Monday, March 3, the following roads surrounding the North Crescent closure will be impacted. Motorists are urged to use alternate routes during that time.

On the day of the event starting at 3 p.m. on March 2 to 2 a.m. on March 3, the following roads will be closed:

-North Cañon Drive between North and South Santa Monica Boulevard will be closed.

-Eastbound lanes on South Santa Monica Boulevard starting at Civic Center will be impacted, with lanes closed from Rexford Drive to North Cañon Drive.

-Detours will be in place routing traffic North and South on Rexford Drive.

-North Santa Monica Boulevard Eastbound Lane closures will be in place from Rodeo Drive to Rexford Drive.

Plan Ahead:

-Expect delays in the area.

-Use alternate routes to avoid congestion.

For more details and to view the closure map visit www.beverlyhills.org/vanityfair or call the City’s Special Event line at (310) 285-2408 Monday – Friday from 7:30 am – 5:30 pm and (310) 550-4680 on the day of the event on March 2, from 5 p.m. – 12 a.m.

By Trevor

LAFD Rescue Individual Trapped In Vehicle

February 11, 2025 ·

Photo courtesy of Spencer Davis.

WESTWOOD—On February 7, the Los Angels Fire Department reported they had to rescue an individual trapped in a vehicle after a crash.

The incident was reported at 6:44 p.m. on the northbound 405 freeway. First arriving companies report a traffic collision with three total patients (age/gender currently unknown), one of which is trapped in a vehicle. Two patients are in critical condition, one is in fair condition. Companies are on-scene coordinating to extricate the patient from the vehicle.

By 7:13 p.m., officials reported three total patients were transported to local hospitals following the traffic collision, that include an 80-year-old female in critical condition; a 66-year-old male in critical condition; a 60-year-old female in fair condition. One patient, a 72-year-old female was pronounced deceased, as well as one dog in a vehicle and one dog that was reported missing on NB 405. Details about the deceased female have not been disclosed to the public.

By Trevor

Flash-Flood Watch In Effect For Malibu February 13

February 11, 2025 ·

Photo courtesy of Brazil Topno.

MALIBU—On Monday, February 13, the city of Malibu announced that the National Weather Service issued a flash flood watch in and around the Franklin and Palisades Fires burn areas in Malibu. The flood watch is in effect starting Thursday afternoon through the late night.

The NWS warns that heavy rain over the burn scars could trigger life-threatening and damaging flooding and debris flows. Moderate to heavy rain is forecasted Wednesday through Friday. The public is advised to stay alert, be prepared and take precautions.

To stay informed, sign up for updates at https://bit.ly/3Eu0ewn and tune in to KBUU Radio at 99.1 FM or visit https://bit.ly/40amrqk. For weather information, visit https://bit.ly/3WdJqjb.

By Trevor

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