Littlerock Emergency Guide: Desert Heat, Flash Floods and Official Weather Alerts

LITTLEROCK, Los Angeles County — In the Antelope Valley, extreme heat and sudden heavy rain can create very different hazards in the same year. Residents of Littlerock should know where to check warnings and what steps to take before conditions become dangerous.

Follow the National Weather Service

The National Weather Service Los Angeles/Oxnard office issues forecasts, watches and warnings for the region. A flash flood warning is an urgent signal to move away from flood-prone areas and avoid driving through water-covered roads.

Desert washes may carry fast-moving water even when rain is not falling directly overhead. The depth and strength of moving water can be difficult to judge from a vehicle.

Heat requires a separate plan

During extreme heat, drink water regularly, avoid strenuous outdoor activity during the hottest hours and check on people at higher risk. The Los Angeles County emergency preparedness website provides countywide information and resources.

Cooling-center locations and operating hours may change during a heat event. Verify any listed location before traveling; this article does not identify a center as currently open.

Prepare for road disruptions

Review Caltrans QuickMap for state highways and official county communications for local roads. Do not cross barricades or attempt to drive through flooded intersections. Keep emergency water, a flashlight, a charged phone and essential supplies available.

Sources: National Weather Service Los Angeles/Oxnard; Los Angeles County emergency preparedness; Caltrans QuickMap. No current warning or emergency is asserted.

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