Sandbags available as rain may continue through Tuesday
Rain remains possible through Tuesday, October 13. El Segundo residents can collect up to five sandbags per household per flood event at City Yard to help protect homes and property.
The City says no significant impacts are expected locally from Hurricane Rachel. Light to moderate rain may occur across Los Angeles from Saturday, October 10, through Tuesday, October 13. There is a low possibility of stronger winds and thunderstorms.
Why it matters: The City makes sandbags available to help residents protect homes and property, with a limit of five bags per household per flood event.
Sandbags are available to El Segundo residents at City Yard, 150 Illinois St., Monday through Friday from 6:30 AM to 5:00 PM. The limit is five bags per household per flood event. Proof of residency may be required.
The County advises people not to cross flooded areas or enter moving water. Drivers should slow down because roads may be wet and slippery.
Recreation & Parks canceled its Ghostbusters Sunset Cinema screening because of the weather forecast. The City says it will monitor conditions and share updates as needed.
What’s next: Rain may continue through Tuesday, October 13. The City says it will monitor conditions and share updates as needed.
Staff
Key facts
- Rain window
- Saturday, October 10–Tuesday, October 13
- Sandbag limit
- 5 bags per household per flood event
- Pickup
- 150 Illinois St. · Monday–Friday, 6:30 AM–5:00 PM
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