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Smoke Advisory – Unhealthy Air Quality Declared due to Smoke from Multiple Fires

Smoke Advisory – Unhealthy Air Quality Declared due to Smoke from Multiple Fires 600 117 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

According to the South Coast Air Quality Management District, potential direct smoke impact from the Bridge, Line, Airport, and Roblar fires burning in multiple regions has caused unhealthy air quality in multiple areas in Los Angeles County. This advisory remains in effect through Tuesday, September 10, 2024 at 11:59 p.m.

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Ocean Water Use Warning for Los Angeles County Beaches

Ocean Water Use Warning for Los Angeles County Beaches 600 117 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health cautions residents who are planning to visit the below Los Angeles County beaches to avoid swimming, surfing, and playing in ocean waters:

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Public Health Confirms Case of Locally Acquired Dengue

Public Health Confirms Case of Locally Acquired Dengue 600 117 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health cautions residents who are planning to visit the below Los Angeles County beaches to avoid swimming, surfing, and playing in ocean waters:

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Girls in foster care delight in quinceañera tradition

Girls in foster care delight in quinceañera tradition 475 143 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

For 10 years, the event has spotlighted the need for foster and adoptive families in Latino communities

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LACoFD Hosts 2024 Contract Aircraft Media Day

LACoFD Hosts 2024 Contract Aircraft Media Day 600 200 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

County of Los Angeles Fire Chief Anthony C. Marrone will host the annual contract aircraft media day and provide an update on the 2024 wildfire season.

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Ocean Water Use Warning for Los Angeles County Beaches

Ocean Water Use Warning for Los Angeles County Beaches 600 117 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health cautions residents who are planning to visit the below Los Angeles County beaches to avoid swimming, surfing, and playing in ocean waters:

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Public Health to Provide Health Guidance as Triple-Digit Heat Forecast

Public Health to Provide Health Guidance as Triple-Digit Heat Forecast 600 117 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

As temperatures are forecast to reach rise into triple digits this weekend, the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health urges everyone to take precautions to avoid heat-related illness, such as heat exhaustion, heat stroke, and heat cramps.

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Ocean Water Use Warning for Los Angeles County Beaches

Ocean Water Use Warning for Los Angeles County Beaches 600 117 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health cautions residents who are planning to visit the below Los Angeles County beaches to avoid swimming, surfing, and playing in ocean waters:

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Excessive Heat Warning

Excessive Heat Warning 600 117 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

The Los Angeles County Health Officer has issued an excessive heat warning as high temperatures have been forecast for the following areas:

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World’s Largest Firefighting Helicopters “Make A Splash” on 2024 Wildfires, Seek Permanent Home in Socal

World’s Largest Firefighting Helicopters “Make A Splash” on 2024 Wildfires, Seek Permanent Home in Socal 600 200 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

Since its inception in 2021, the QRF, which is sponsored by Southern California Edison and operated by three Southern California Fire Departments — Orange County Fire Authority (OCFA), Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD), and Ventura County Fire Department (VCFD) — has saved untold lives and protected countless properties.

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New Analysis of DCFS Data Shows Improvement in Safety with Use of Data-Informed Technology

New Analysis of DCFS Data Shows Improvement in Safety with Use of Data-Informed Technology 539 221 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

The risk stratification model – a data-informed tool that helps social workers serve and support families based on their level of need – continues to show promise, the Los Angeles County Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) announced today.  

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Los Angeles County Conducts Pathway Home Operations in Palmdale

Los Angeles County Conducts Pathway Home Operations in Palmdale 600 200 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

Los Angeles County recently conducted a series of three Pathway Home operations in Palmdale that helped 121 people surviving in makeshift desert encampments and dilapidated RVs move into safe interim housing, where they will receive supportive services and other resources to help them transition out of homelessness and into permanent housing. 

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Ocean Water Use Warning for Los Angeles County Beaches

Ocean Water Use Warning for Los Angeles County Beaches 600 117 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health cautions residents who are planning to visit the below Los Angeles County beaches to avoid swimming, surfing, and playing in ocean waters:

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Excessive Heat Warning

Excessive Heat Warning 600 117 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

The Los Angeles County Health Officer has issued an excessive heat warning as high temperatures have been forecast for the following areas:

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Public Health Urges Los Angeles County Residents to Take Precautions to Stay Safe as Triple-Digit Heat Hits This Week 

Public Health Urges Los Angeles County Residents to Take Precautions to Stay Safe as Triple-Digit Heat Hits This Week  600 117 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

As temperatures are forecast to reach rise into triple digits this week, the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health urges everyone to take precautions to avoid heat-related illness, such as heat exhaustion, heat stroke, and heat cramps.  

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Sexually Violent Predator Christopher Hubbart to Be Released in Los Angeles County

Sexually Violent Predator Christopher Hubbart to Be Released in Los Angeles County 600 169 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

Los Angeles County District Attorney George Gascón announced today that Christopher Hubbart will be released from the Department of State Hospitals (DSH) and a hearing to determine his placement will be held in October.

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Correction: Ocean Water Use Warning for Los Angeles County Beaches

Correction: Ocean Water Use Warning for Los Angeles County Beaches 600 117 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health cautions residents who are planning to visit the below Los Angeles County beaches to avoid swimming, surfing, and playing in ocean waters:

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Ocean Water Use Warning for Los Angeles County Beaches

Ocean Water Use Warning for Los Angeles County Beaches 600 117 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health cautions residents who are planning to visit the below Los Angeles County beaches to avoid swimming, surfing, and playing in ocean waters:

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UPDATED: Excessive Heat Warning and Heat Advisory High Temperatures Forecast for Parts of Los Angeles County

UPDATED: Excessive Heat Warning and Heat Advisory High Temperatures Forecast for Parts of Los Angeles County 600 117 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

The Los Angeles County Health Officer has issued an excessive heat warning as high temperatures have been forecast for the following areas:

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CORRECTION – JCOD and HHH Celebrate Grand Opening of Long Beach Interim Housing Site

CORRECTION – JCOD and HHH Celebrate Grand Opening of Long Beach Interim Housing Site 765 296 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

The Justice, Care and Opportunities Department (JCOD), in partnership with the nonprofit Holliday’s Helping Hands (HHH), will celebrate the ribbon cutting and grand opening of interim housing site for justice-impacted women and families in Long Beach.

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Excessive Heat Warning

Excessive Heat Warning 600 117 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

The Los Angeles County Health Officer has issued an excessive heat warning as high temperatures have been forecast for the following areas:

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Ocean Water Use Warning for Los Angeles County Beaches

Ocean Water Use Warning for Los Angeles County Beaches 600 117 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health cautions residents who are planning to visit the below Los Angeles County beaches to avoid swimming, surfing, and playing in ocean waters:

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Ocean Water Closure Lifted

Ocean Water Closure Lifted 600 117 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health is lifting the ocean water closure of:

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Ocean Water Closure Due to Sewage Release

Ocean Water Closure Due to Sewage Release 600 117 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health is issuing an ocean water closure due to the release of approximately 6700 gallons of untreated sewage. The affected areas include:

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Ocean Water Use Warning for Los Angeles County Beaches

Ocean Water Use Warning for Los Angeles County Beaches 600 117 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health cautions residents who are planning to visit the below Los Angeles County beaches to avoid swimming, surfing, and playing in ocean waters:

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