Forest Roads May Close Due to Snow Forecast

The Los Angeles County Public Works Department advised that based on the forecast of snow and icy road conditions, it closed public access to the following road segments in the Angeles National Forest effective Wednesday at 10 p.m.:

Angeles Forest Highway from Upper Big Tujunga Canyon Road to Aliso Canyon Road and Upper Big Tujunga Canyon Road from Angeles Forest Highway to SR-2 (Angeles Crest 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 L.A. County information and referral services regarding post disaster resources that are available to those affected by the floods and debris and mudflow. The toll-free 2-1-1 number is available 24-hours a day and seven days a week.  2-1-1 L.A. County Services can also be accessed by visiting www.211la.org.