Red Flag Warning Issued for October 29-31, 2019

Posted on October 29, 2019, 3:36 PM Updated on October 29, 2019, 3:59 PM

The National Weather Service has issued a Red Flag warning for Los Angeles and Ventura Counties beginning at 11 PM tonight through Thursday at 6 PM. Peak fire danger conditions are expected on Wednesday with gusts of 50–70 MPH and humidity as low as 1–5%. Any fire ignitions could have a rapid rate of spread and potential for extreme fire behavior. Winds will continue in the same direction through Saturday but are expected to be significantly weaker. 

Red Flag warnings issued by the National Weather Service identify time periods when conditions are ideal for wildfires. During Red Flag warnings it is especially important to:

• Report any signs of smoke immediately to emergency responders. If on the Malibu campus, call Public Safety at 310.506.4441. At all other locations report smoke by calling 911.
• Use caution when disposing of cigarettes and ensure that they are completely extinguished.
• Minimize any use of open flame in outdoor settings.
• Consider taking down umbrellas and moving patio furniture inside.

Update #3 – Pepperdine Monitoring SoCal Wildfire Activity and Road Closures

Posted on October 28, 2019, 1:33 PM Updated on October 28, 2019, 1:45 PM

Pepperdine officials continue to monitor fire activity in the area and have noted the following updates to road conditions:

• Pacific Coast Highway is now open in both directions.
• The 405 northbound in the Sepulveda Pass is open, although off ramps remain closed. The 405 southbound remains closed from the 101 freeway to Sunset Boulevard.
• The 101 is open in Calabasas following the Oak Fire.

Please be advised of the following:

• Community members whose homes are affected by the fire or road closures should follow the directions of their local governmental agencies. 
• Road condition information is available on the University’s Road Condition hotline at 310.506.ROAD (7623).

Update #2 – Pepperdine Monitoring SoCal Wildfire Activity and Road Closures

Posted on October 28, 2019, 11:00 AM Updated on October 28, 2019, 11:14 AM

Pepperdine officials continue to monitor fire activity in the area and have noted the following updates to road conditions:

• Pacific Coast Highway southbound is now open.
• The 405 northbound in the Sepulveda Pass is open, although off ramps remain closed.
• The 101 is open in Calabasas following the Oak Fire.

Please be advised of the following:

• Community members whose homes are affected by the fire or road closures should follow the directions of their local governmental agencies. 
• Road condition information is available on the University’s Road Condition hotline at 310.506.ROAD (7623).

Update #1 – Pepperdine Monitoring SoCal Wildfire Activity and Road Closures

Posted on October 28, 2019, 9:00 AM

Pepperdine officials are continuing to monitor wildfire activity in the area, including the Getty Fire. The 405 through the Sepulveda Pass is now closed in both directions, Topanga Canyon Boulevard is closed to all but local residents, and the eastbound lanes of Pacific Coast Highway near Pacific Palisades are closed. Motorists using northbound lanes of Pacific Coast Highway from the Westside to Pepperdine should expect significant delays. 

Smoke from this fire may be seen from multiple locations in the area including the Malibu campus. At this time, there is no impact to any of Pepperdine’s campuses. Campus operations are normal, and classes will be held as regularly scheduled.  

Please be advised of the following:

• Community members whose homes are affected by the fire or road closures should follow the directions of their local governmental agencies. 
• Road condition information is available on the University’s Road Condition hotline at 310.506.ROAD (7623).