Red Flag Warning for Sierra Madre

Through October 17 at 8:00 p.m. PDT

Strong Santa Ana winds and very low humidity create critical fire weather conditions. If a fire starts, it could spread rapidly.

Red Flag parking restrictions are NOT in effect in Sierra Madre at this time.

• Avoid activities that could create sparks.
• Stay clear of fallen trees and branches.
• Stay at least 100 feet away from downed power lines and anything touching them.
• Be prepared to evacuate if a wildfire occurs.

City public safety personnel are actively monitoring conditions.

Call 911 from a safe location to report downed power lines, a fire or an immediate threat to life or property.

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National Weather Service Updates

City Emergency Alerts

High Winds & Red Flag Warnings

Prepare for strong winds, reduce fire risks and understand City parking restrictions.

A National Weather Service Red Flag Warning does not automatically activate City parking restrictions.

Prepare before strong winds

  • Secure outdoor furniture and trash containers.
  • Avoid activities and equipment that can create sparks.
  • Review your evacuation plan and emergency supplies.
  • Keep streets, driveways and emergency access areas clear.

Follow official City announcements for parking activation and end times.

City Alerts & Evacuation Zones National Weather Service

National Weather Service Red Flag Warning

The National Weather Service issues a Red Flag Warning when weather conditions are occurring or expected that could support extreme wildfire behavior. These conditions can include strong winds, low humidity and dry vegetation.

A Red Flag Warning does not mean a wildfire has started. It means that if a fire begins, it may spread rapidly and become difficult to control.

City Red Flag Alert Day

A City Red Flag Alert Day is a local declaration under Municipal Code Chapter 10.52. It addresses heightened risks from fire danger, debris flow or mudflow. Check City announcements to learn when the declaration and parking restrictions are in effect.

When the Fire Department activates parking restrictions during a City-declared Red Flag Alert Day, on-street parking is prohibited on designated streets.

Residents must remove vehicles from designated streets when the Fire Department activates parking restrictions during a City-declared Red Flag Alert Day. Vehicles parked in violation may be removed at the owner’s expense, and violations may be subject to penalties under the Municipal Code.

These restrictions help keep routes open for emergency responders and evacuating residents. Follow posted signs and official City announcements regarding when restrictions begin and end.

For more information, refer to Sierra Madre Municipal Code Chapter 10.52, Parking Prohibitions on Red Flag Alert Days.

 

Map highlighting Sierra Madre streets designated for Red Flag Alert Day parking restrictions. Street names are listed below.

 

Lower Canyon Alta Vista Drive, Audubon Way, Brookside Lane, Holly Trail, Oakdale Drive, Sierra Court, Sturtevant Drive, Sunnyside Lane, Vista Circle Drive, Woodland Drive and Yucca Trail
Upper Canyon Canyon Crest Drive, Casey Road, Churchill Glen Street, Churchill Road, Fern Drive, Fern Glen, Idlehour Lane, Madre Lane, Old Ranch Road, Orange Drive and Skyland Drive
Upper and Lower Canyon Forest Lane and Pleasant Hill Lane
Other designated streets Elm Avenue and Mount Wilson Trail

*The geographic categories are provided for organizational purposes and do not limit the applicability of parking restrictions to only part of a listed street.

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232 W. Sierra Madre Blvd.
Sierra Madre, CA 91024

(626) 355-7135

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