L.A. Evacuation Alert Error Sparks Panic Amid Wildfire Threat
On Thursday, January 9, the Los Angeles County Fire Department accidentally issued an evacuation alert to all residents of Los Angeles County. This alert, sent just before 4 p.m., instructed individuals to evacuate, even in areas that were not impacted by ongoing fires. “This was an error,” stated Kaitlyn Aldana, a spokesperson for the LACFD. The mistaken message heightened anxiety among residents already on edge due to the active wildfires in the region. Shortly after the initial alert, at around 4:15 p.m., the Los Angeles County Office of Emergency Management sent a follow-up message clarifying that the evacuation warning was only meant for those close to the Kenneth Fire, which began earlier in the afternoon near West Hills, close to the Los Angeles and Ventura county border. A subsequent alert confirmed that the evacuation notice applied solely to specific areas near West Hills, helping to alleviate some of the confusion. For residents seeking more information about local fires and safety measures, please refer to official sources and updates from emergency management agencies. This news brief is brought to you by Spanglish™ and BHIVE Labs. Please download our app free, use our geolocation business directory and support local Spanglish businesses in your neighbourhood.
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