In response to the ongoing Palisades and Eaton wildfire incidents, Kathryn Barger, Chair of the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors, has signed an executive order imposing a curfew in the mandatory evacuation zones for the Palisades and Eaton fires. This curfew will be effective on January 9, 2025, from 6:00 PM to 6:00 AM and continuing until further notice. Disaster workers, credentialed media, and other essential personnel will be exempt from the curfew and permitted access, provided they present proper identification.
The curfew will be strictly enforced by the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department (LASD) with the primary objective of enhancing security and safeguarding the property of displaced residents. Anyone found in violation of this curfew will be subject to arrest for a misdemeanor offense under LACC section 2.68.320. Conviction may result in a fine of up to $1,000 or imprisonment.
This curfew is intended to prevent unauthorized access to the affected areas and ensure that only essential personnel are present during these critical hours. The LASD will intensify patrol operations and will arrest and book individuals who violate the curfew order.
The LASD urges the community’s cooperation and encourages everyone to stay informed through official channels for updates on fire conditions and evacuation orders.
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Sheriff's Information Bureau
Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department
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Los Angeles California 90012
213-229-1700
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Robert G. Luna, Sheriff
Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department
