Residents! Torrance Public Works dept. offers free sandbags for residential homes. Residents can get up to 25 sandbags based on availability Sandbags are available at the City Yard, 20500 Madrona Avenue. Bring a valid I.D. or Torrance utility bill as proof of residency. #LARain

Please call 310-781-6900 to make sure staff is available to assist you

Information from the Torrance Refining Company: "The monthly test of the Community Alert Sirens will be conducted on: Wednesday, February 1, 2023 at approximately 11:30 a.m. This is only a test!"

Along with storm totals, forecasted seas and surf heights have also increased by a few feet. Dangerous conditions are expected for the ocean and beaches, make sure you know your limits. Remain off rocks and jetties, and stay away from the water during high surf. #CAwx #Marinewx

Marine conditions are expected to be VERY DANGEROUS both in terms of winds and waves through this week. It is not wise to be out on the water or at the beach. #CAwx

Here's the latest rainfall summary as of 400 AM Thu: weather.gov/wrh/TextProduc… Expect scattered showers to continue thru the day with heavier/steady precipitation moving in tonight/Fri. #CAwx

If your community is expecting severe weather this week, here are tips to keep you safe in case you experience an outage.

The City of Torrance seeks community input for disaster planning. The City is updating its Local Hazard Mitigation Plan (LHMP), a plan that guides City efforts to reduce the risk of hazards to the community. Your input matters! Complete the survey: forms.office.com/pages/response…

Happy #NationalPetDay! If you have larger animals — such as horses, goats, or pigs — prepare ahead of a disaster. ✅ Ensure all animals have an ID. ✅ Map out evacuation routes in advance. ✅ Have transportation planned for each animal. ready.gov/pets

#HurricaneHilary is bringing high winds and rain this weekend. Watch for downed power lines, trees, and flooding. Follow local news and Ready Los Angeles County for updates. Report damages or urgent requests to pw.lacounty.gov/contact/ or call 800-675-HELP (4357). #ReadyLACounty Los Angeles County

El #HuracánHilary traerá fuertes vientos y lluvia este fin de semana. Cuidado con cables eléctricos y árboles caídos e inundaciones. Siga noticieros locales y Ready Los Angeles County para actualizaciones. Reporte daños en pw.lacounty.gov/contact/ o llame al 800-675-HELP(4357). Los Angeles County

We’ve got this, California! Planning ahead for severe storms is the best way to ensure everyone’s safety. Download the Listos California Disaster Ready Guide: listoscalifornia.org, available in multiple languages. Together, we can weather any storm. ☔ #ListosCalifornia

Don’t risk it. 6 in of water can cause a vehicle to lose control 12 in of water can sweep most cars away 2 ft of rushing water can carry away any vehicle More tips at listoscalifornia.org #ListosCalifornia