LACDPW: FOREST ROADS TO CLOSE FRIDAY MORNING 1:00 AM DUE TO SNOW FORECAST #CAROADS

Thursday, November 21, 2013

LACDPW: FOREST ROADS TO CLOSE FRIDAY MORNING 1:00 AM DUE TO SNOW FORECAST #CAROADS

Thursday, November 21, 2013 30/13 FOREST ROADS TO CLOSE FRIDAY MORNING 1:00 AM DUE TO SNOW FORECASTThe Los Angeles County Public Works Department has advised that based on the forecast of snow and icy road conditions, it will close public access to the following road segments in the Angeles National Forest effective Thursday, November 22, 2013, at 1 a.m.:
Roads Affected:

Angeles Forest Highway, between Aliso Canyon Road and Upper Big Tujunga Canyon Road
Upper Big Tujunga Canyon Road, between Angeles Crest Highway and Angeles Forest Highway

Local access will not be permitted until the road closures are lifted. The closures will remain in effect until the storm system has passed and the roads have been inspected.

Residents and motorists are urged to visit the CARE website at www.dpwcare.org for further updates on road conditions, or sign up to receive instant notifications through Public Works' eNotify system at www.dpw.lacounty.gov. Residents and motorists can also follow Public Works @dpwCARE for additional information on road conditions.

Residents, business owners, and persons with access or functional needs may also call 2-1-1 for LA County information and referral services regarding post disaster resources that are available to those affected by the floods, debris and mudflow. The toll-free 2-1-1 number is available 24-hours a day and 7-days a week. 211 LA County Services can also be accessed by visiting www.211la.org.

Media Inquiries: Bob Spencer, Chief of Public Affairs (626) 703-7400

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Thursday, November 21, 2013