For emergencies, dial 9-1-1

For urgent requests for service from our Public Works team outside of our regular business hours, call

(310) 597-6429 Streets Division

(310) 597-6428 Water Division

Sand Bags Available for Lomita Residents at City Hall While Supplies Last

City Hall is taking proactive measures to ensure the safety of its residents by providing sandbags to mitigate the impact of potential flooding. We have established a sandbag distribution point for residents. These sandbags are readily available and can be obtained by community members to fortify their properties and protect against flooding during heavy rainfall or other adverse weather conditions. By offering this resource, the city demonstrates its commitment to the well-being and safety of its citizens, fostering a sense of preparedness and community resilience.

Lomita Renews Agreement with American Red Cross

The City of Lomita recently extended its partnership with the American Red Cross to redesignate the Tom Rico Center as an emergency shelter to be utilized in the event of an earthquake, flood, or other natural disaster.

Lomita was the first of the 14 cities in the South Bay to renew their shelter agreement with the Red Cross. Red Cross’s emergency shelters provide a cost-free place to stay for both Lomita and South Bay residents who were forced to evacuate their homes in the event of a local disaster. Services offered include food and water, first aid, mental health services and help reconnecting with loved ones.

In addition as part of our renewed partnership, American Red Cross will be hosting blood drives, “South the Alarm” free smoke detector installations, among other emergency preparedness activites in Lomita. Check our website https://lomitacity.com/ under Upcoming Events for dates and additional information.

The Tom Rico Center is located at 24428 Eshelman Avenue. For more information on how to be Red Cross ready for any disaster, visit https://www.redcross.org/get-help/how-to-prepare-for-emergencies.html. 

Community Emergency Response Team (CERT)

CERT is a group of Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) trained volunteers who provide relief to victims of disasters by assisting the City of Lomita in preparing for, responding to, and recovering from emergencies. Following a major disaster, fire and rescue resources may be unable to immediately respond to all those in need. In such a crisis, it will be neighbors assisting neighbors until emergency response personnel can arrive. Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) training provides residents with the skills and tools necessary to take care of themselves, their families, neighbors, and coworkers in the event of a disaster. Through the 20-hour CERT training, residents learn about hazards that may impact their area as well as basic disaster response skills, such as fire safety, light search and rescue, team organization, and disaster medical operations. Upon completion of the course, volunteers may register with their respective city to assist in disaster response when the CERT is activated. Participants have no obligation or commitment to respond or act should a disaster occur. As individuals, we can prepare our homes and families to cope during the first critical hours following an emergency. Through CERT, you can help yourself and your neighbors reduce your emergency needs and manage your existing resources until professional assistance becomes available.

For additional information about Lomita CERT, please contact cert@lomitacity.com.

(CERT volunteers working the booth at this year’s Health Fair at City Hall)

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