A strong El Niño is expected to bring us plenty of wet weather this winter.

You've heard the forecasts: Godzilla. Record-breaking. Too big to fail. But there's no need to get scared - we have the tools to help you get prepared.

On this site, you will find preparedness tips to help you get through anything we might face in LA - from earthquakes to El Niño - and resources to keep you safe in an emergency.

Let's get ready to weather the storm.


El Niño News

If you find yourself without adequate shelter for any reason this winter, there are resources to help you. Explore Resources for Homeless Angelenos, including emergency sheltering options and other support services. 

Do you know your flood risk? Is your property prepared for rising flood waters? Read up on the National Flood Insurance Program and find out if flood insurance is right for you. 

The City of Los Angeles is hosting a series of El Niño Town Halls. Join us to learn more about wet winter weather, what you can do to be ready, and what the City of LA is doing to prepare. Click here to watch a Town Hall! 

Track El Niño alerts and weather warnings and find resources near you! The City of LA and Google have teamed up to create an El Niño Watch Map. Use the layers find sandbags, see adverse weather alerts, and more!