Travel Alerts

Los Angeles Wildfires

We are heartbroken to see the devastating toll the Los Angeles wildfires are taking on our communities. This is an active situation, and the safety of residents, visitors, and first responders is the top priority. As of Jan. 9, red flag warnings are still in effect for portions of Southern California. If you live in or are traveling around Los Angeles County, use these resources to monitor the situation and ensure your safety.

Up-to-Date Information from Local Authorities

• Stay informed with local emergency updates: County of Los Angeles, City of Santa Monica, City of Malibu

• Monitor fire status and evacuation orders: Los Angeles Fire Department

• Track wildfire activity summaries: CA Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) and CA Wildfire Forecast and Threat Intelligence Integration Center

• Check road closures and impacts: Caltrans Quickmap

• Get updated weather and air quality information: National Weather Service, AirNow

• Read updates from the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services: Cal OES News

• Find closure information for museums, parks, and attractions: Discover Los Angeles 

Resources for Residents Affected by the Fires 

The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services lists available shelters for impacted communities.

Discover Los Angeles, Visit Anaheim, Visit Laguna Beach, Visit Santa Monica, Visit Santa Barbara, Discover Torrance, Visit Big Bear, Visit Temecula, Visit Greater Palm Springs, San Diego Tourism Authority, Travel Costa Mesa, and Visit Huntington Beach have worked with local partners to provide accommodation discounts to Southern California residents displaced by the fires. Travel + Leisure has created a list of resources that includes hotel discounts in and outside of L.A.

How You Can Help

Discover Los Angeles lists charitable organizations that are on the ground to help, including the Los Angeles Fire Foundation, the California Community Foundation, and the American Red Cross. CA.gov/LAfires provides resources for Californians and gives information on how to apply for federal assistance.

Road Closures

During winter, weather in California can cause isolated road closures, especially in areas like the Sierra and parts of the Central Coast. Travelers should check specific road conditions and alternate routes with Caltrans Quick Map.

Highway 1

Currently, Highway 1 is closed in Monterey County south of Big Sur, but Big Sur is accessible from the north.