INCIDENT SUMMARY

At approximately 9:09pm on 8/6/2024 the city of Lamont, CA, in Kern County experienced a 5.3 magnitude earthquake. For updates on aftershocks, please visit usgs.gov.

EXCESSIVE HEAT

Ventura County Sheriff’s Emergency Services continues to monitor the ongoing multi-day heat wave affecting Ventura County.

National Weather Service (NWS) heat-related warnings are in effect for most non-coastal areas of the County – including all inland and mountain areas. Overnight temperatures will be warm as well, with many areas remaining in the 70s.

Excessive Heat Warning: through 8:00 pm Tuesday, September 10, 2024 (all interior and coastal mountain areas, and all inland areas, including: Lake Casitas-Ojai Valley, Oak View, Santa Paula, Fillmore, Piru, Simi Valley, Thousand Oaks, Lockwood Valley, and the Santa Monica Mountains).

For additional forecast details, visit the National Weather Service.

To reduce the risk of heat-related illness:

Slow Down – Reduce activity during the middle of the day when heat is most intense.
Wear loose, lightweight clothing.
Drink plenty of water.
Escape the heat in areas where air conditioning is available.

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September 10, 2024 from 9:00 am – 12:00 pm

Incident Summary

At 3:00 pm PDT on September 9, 2024, a natural gas line explosion occurred in the Walnut Grove residential neighborhood of Newbury Park, along Newbury Road between the intersections of Haigh Road and Marcello Avenue. Explosion and resulting fire quickly engulfed nearby houses on Newbury Road, 36 homes were destroyed, 8 damaged. Emergency responders from Ventura County evacuated the surrounding neighborhood. Strong winds fueled by Santa Ana conditions fanned the flames, hampering fire fighting efforts. The blaze was fed by a ruptured gas pipe, and large clouds of smoke soared into the sky. The fire continues to burn several hours after the initial explosion. Mutual aid has been requested from other fire protection agencies. The fire is expected to burn well into tomorrow until full containment can be reached.

Evacuation Orders

An Evacuation Order is in effect for the Walnut Grove area of Thousand Oaks. East of N Ventu Park Road, South of the 101 Freeway, West and North of Lynn Road.

Road Closures

The following roads are closed to all traffic in both directions:

Ventu Park Road at Newbury Road

Ventu Park Road at Lynn Road

Lynn Road at Greenmeadow Avenue

Shelters

A Temporary Evacuation Shelter is open at Borchard Community Center, located at 190 N. Reino Road, Newbury Park, CA 91320.

COOLING CENTERS

In addition to community-based cooling options such as malls, movie theaters, parks, and beaches, the following locations are available to the public to seek relief from the excessive heat:

Ventura County Libraries

California State Libraries

City of Camarillo, Camarillo Public Library

City of Fillmore, Active Adult Center

City of Santa Paula, Santa Paula Community Center

City of Simi Valley

City of Thousand Oaks

INCIDENT SUMMARY

APACHE FIRE – Cuyama Valley

At approximately 6:32pm Tuesday, July 23, 2024, personnel from Los Padres National Forest and Ventura County Fire responded to a fast moving brush fire at the southeast end of Cuyama Valley. The fire was reported on the east side of Maricopa Highway (Highway 33) just north of Apache Canyon Road.

As of 4:00 PM Monday, July 22, 2024, the fire is estimated at 1,538 acres with 80% containment. All evacuations have been lifted. Residents and visitors are to use extreme caution as public safety vehicles are still working in the area.

ALL EVACUATIONS LIFTED as of July 28 @ 2:00pm:

Residences on Apache Canyon Road (APACHE – ZONE 1)
Residences on Burges Canyon & Quail Springs (APACHE – ZONE 2A)
Residences on Corral Canyon (APACHE – ZONE 3)
Residences on Round Springs Canyon and Castle Canyon (APACHE – ZONE 4)

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ROAD CLOSURES

Highway 150 Closure

Highway 150 remains closed in both directions, from Stonegate Road in the City of Santa Paula to Thomas Aquinas College.
It is anticipated the closure will remain in effect for several months.
For updates from Caltrans on repair progress, visit State Route 150 Mudslide Recovery Plan | Caltrans