Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Movement Update

Upset earth in the Portuguese Bend Landslide. Photo from Wikimedia Commons

Land Movement Resource Center to Open Sept. 11

Sept. 9

The city continues to monitor the status of utility shutoffs in the landslide area and work closely with utilities, emergency management personnel and its public safety partners responding to the emergency.

As of Sept. 9, only the Portuguese Bend Community Association (PBCA) neighborhood is under an evacuation warning pending continuity of sewer system operation. No evacuation warnings have been issued for the Seaview or Portuguese Bend Beach Club neighborhoods. However, this situation is dynamic, so be prepared.

SCE/Cox Communications Update

At around 6 p.m. Sept. 9, SCE was expected to de-energize 54 customers in the lower Portuguese Bend Beach Club, while Cox Communication was expected to disconnect 146 customers in the Portuguese Bend Community Association. Both utilities notified affected customers of this on Sept. 6.

At this time, there is no evacuation warning or order for the Portuguese Bend Beach Club. In contrast to the Portuguese Bend Community Association, the Beach Club’s sewage collection system is gravity fed and can be operated/maintained using generators. As a result, there is no imminent public health concern related to the sewer system. However, please identify your specific zone, in the event authorities need to issue an evacuation notice in the future.

For SCE updates, visit energized.edison.com/rpv.

For Cox impacted customers, text at 54512 or call (888) 269-9693 for more information.

Rotary Relief Efforts

The Rotary Club of Palos Verdes Peninsula has stepped forward to organize donation efforts for RPV residents who have been affected by the landslide.

Currently, the Rotary Club is accepting check donations made to “The Palos Verdes Peninsula Rotary Foundation”. Please add in the memo line: Portuguese Bend Landslide Relief Fund and your email address on the checks and mail them to PVP Rotary Foundation, 904 Silver Spur Road, Box 270, Rolling Hills Estates, CA 90274. An online donation option will be available in the coming days.

If you have any questions, please email Julia Parton at jparton@malagabank.com.

Land Movement Resource Center Sept. 11

Residents impacted by utility shut offs due to land movement are invited to the city’s resource center on, Sept. 11, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the Ladera Linda Community Center.

The city and other county and state agencies will be available to answer questions about the current emergency situation, hotels with discounted rates, pet and animal relocation, mental health support, emergency preparedness and other needs. SCE will be available for questions and resources. Agencies in attendance will include the Los Angeles County Departments of Animal Care, Mental Health, Aging and Disabilities and Fire; the American Red Cross and others. Sheriffs from the Lomita Station will be in attendance to answer security questions.

The Ladera Linda Community Center is located at 32201 Forrestal Drive in Rancho Palos Verdes. For additional information about the Resource Center, please email landmovement@rpvca.gov.

Extended Hours at Ladera Linda Community Center

Starting Sept. 10, Ladera Linda Community Center will be open for extended hours from 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Residents, families, and students affected by the situation are encouraged to use the facility’s resources — such as seating areas, a TV, and Wi-Fi — providing a comfortable living room or den away from home.

If you lost electricity due to recent power shutoffs, a charging station for cell phones, laptops, and other electronic devices is also available at the Ladera Linda Community Center. Stop by anytime from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily to recharge your devices.

The Ladera Linda Community Center is located at 32201 Forrestal Drive in Rancho Palos Verdes.

Showers, AC and Wi-Fi at the Ann & Steve Hinchliffe San Pedro & Peninsula YMCA

The Ann & Steve Hinchliffe San Pedro & Peninsula YMCA (301 S Bandini St, San Pedro) is offering its facilities, including showers, locker rooms, Wi-Fi, and air-conditioned study rooms, to families affected by the utility shutoffs. For entry, visitors must check in at the front desk with a driver’s license, sign a waiver, and ensure children under 12 are accompanied by an adult. No pets are allowed.

For questions and more information, contact executive director Josh Chan at joshchan@ymcala.org or 310-221-3796. The YMCA is open Monday through Friday from 6 a.m.-9 p.m., and Saturday from 7 a.m.-6 p.m.