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Feb 20, 2025
Portion of PCH closed since Palisades Fire to open for essential travel only
Officials at the California Department of Transportation on Wednesday announced the expansion of the “soft closure” of Pacific Coast Highway to residents who need it for essential travel.
A portion of PCH has been closed since the devastating Palisades Fire, which erupted on Jan. 7, ravaged the area.
Opening at 6 a.m. Feb 20, Caltrans said access to PCH will be limited to residents, essential businesses, their employees and school bus traffic, and access passes will be required to gain entry.
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Feb 15, 2025
Severe storm brings flash flood warnings, mudslides and full PCH closure in Malibu
The National Weather Service has issued a Flash Flood Warning for the Franklin Fire burn scar in Malibu, in effect until 8:00 PM tonight. Heavy rainfall is creating dangerous conditions, with a high risk of mudslides, flooding, rockfalls, and debris flows that could impact roads, homes, and canyon areas.
A Severe Thunderstorm Warning is also in effect for the region through 5:30 PM, bringing winds up to 60 MPH and the potential for downed trees, power outages, and flash flooding.
Feb 13, 2025
PCH closed again due to fears of landslides
Drivers who have never had an accident may be getting whiplash none-the-less this week as the Pacific Coast Highway has closed yet again.
The latest development in the ongoing fiasco of accessing the coastal road post-Palisades Fire was announced over the weekend when officials said a stretch of the iconic road through Malibu would be closed indefinitely due to new safety concerns.
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Feb 11, 2025
Pacific Coast Highway closure extended indefinitely due to safety concerns
The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) has announced that Pacific Coast Highway (PCH) will remain fully closed between Chautauqua Boulevard in Los Angeles and Carbon Beach Terrace in Malibu until further notice. The decision follows continued safety concerns due to recent debris flows and forecasted rain next week.
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Feb 10, 2025
Debris cleanup, mitigation efforts continue near Pacific Coast Highway as more rain heads to Southern California
Efforts are well underway to clean up debris flows caused by storms that rolled through SoCal as well as mitigate damage that could potentially be caused by future rainfall.
Feb 08, 2025
Pacific Coast Highway remains closed after rain triggers debris flow in burn area
A significant stretch of Pacific Coast Highway (PCH) remains fully closed in both directions between Chautauqua Boulevard and Carbon Beach Terrace after recent storms triggered multiple debris flows, according to a Caltrans social media post this evening. Crews are working to assess and mitigate hazards before determining when the roadway can safely reopen.
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Feb 03, 2025
PCH reopening is postponed, Pacific Palisades checkpoints to remain in place, Mayor Bass says
PACIFIC PALISADES, Calif. (KABC) -- The planned reopening of Pacific Coast Highway in the Palisades Fire burn zone has been postponed, and checkpoints in the area will remain in place, Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass's office said Saturday night.
Feb 01, 2025
Pacific Coast Highway to open in limited capacity on Sunday, Feb. 2
Pacific Coast Highway will partially reopen Sunday morning for essential traffic, marking a significant step in recovery efforts following the devastating Palisades Fire, Los Angeles County officials announced Friday.
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Feb 01, 2025
Pacific Coast Highway to open in limited capacity on Sunday, Feb. 2
Pacific Coast Highway will partially reopen Sunday morning for essential traffic, marking a significant step in recovery efforts following the devastating Palisades Fire, Los Angeles County officials announced Friday.
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Jan 29, 2025
All Pacific Palisades residents now allowed to return home for first time since fire
The order also extends the amount of time people can stay at hotels and short-term rentals.
Jan 27, 2025
Worst of SoCal rainstorm set to hit Sunday and Monday. What you need to know
The worst of the first significant rainstorm of the season for Southern California is expected to hit Sunday and Monday. Here is what you need to know:
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Jan 19, 2025
Santa Monica lifts evacuation warnings, opens PCH for local access as containment of Palisades Fire grows
The city of Santa Monica has lifted all evacuation warnings and curfew within city limits, as fire crews continue to make progress in containing the Palisades Fire.
Jan 18, 2025
Cleanup begins along Pacific Coast Highway
One week after the Palisades Fire erupted, the cleanup along Pacific Coast Highway has begun.
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Jan 12, 2025
Pacific Coast Highway in ruins as new photos show utter destruction along once beautiful oceanfront
California’s Pacific Coast Highway has been ravaged by the wildfires raging across Los Angeles, turning a once beautiful oceanfront to ruins.
Jan 08, 2025
The PCH And Many Other Highways Are Still Closed Due To Raging Wildfires
Wildfires in the Pacific Palisades area have caused the Pacific Coast Highway and many other highways in SoCal to be closed down today.
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Jan 07, 2025
Ten Best Things to Do in Santa Cruz
Pacific Coast Highway Travel picks the ten best things to do in Santa Cruz, California, including the famous boardwalk, wharf, museums, redwoods and beaches.
Jan 03, 2025
Landslide Causes Road Closures Along California’s Highway 1
A portion of Highway 1 has been closed off as a chunk of the road collapsed following a recent storm.
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Dec 26, 2024
California residents urged to avoid ocean as high surf pounds coastline
At least one dead and three missing amid storm that has split wharf, wrecked boat and piled up debris
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Dec 22, 2024
8 Quintessential US Small Towns
Located about 55 miles south of Los Angeles, Laguna Beach truly is one of a kind.
Dec 20, 2024
Eureka
Pacific Coast Highway Travel describes Eureka in California, including its history, location, climate, beaches, and things to do.
Dec 18, 2024
Beautiful California Road Crowned 'Most Scenic Drive' In The State
According to a list compiled by Thrillist, the most scenic drive in all of California is the Pacific Coast Highway.
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Dec 18, 2024
50 Best Motorcycle Roads in America
Out of 3.9 million miles of roads in this country, these are just a drop in the bucket, covering a mere 13,467 miles. There are thousands more great roads out there, so get going!
Dec 14, 2024
Franklin Fire in Malibu: PCH fully reopens as containment increases to 30%
Pacific Coast Highway reopened Friday as firefighters continue to make progress containing the Franklin Fire in Malibu.
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Dec 13, 2024
This map shows where the Franklin fire is burning in Malibu
The Franklin fire in Malibu Canyon continues to grow rapidly, crossing Pacific Coast Highway and spreading to more than 3,000 acres Tuesday, Dec. 10, burning in the hillsides near Pepperdine University.
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Dec 11, 2024
Franklin Fire in Malibu scorches nearly 4,000 acres, thousands remain evacuated
The Franklin Fire in Malibu shifted directions and continues to burn Wednesday as it reaches 3,983 acres and is 7% contained. Thousands of households remain under evacuation orders.
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Portion of PCH closed since Palisades Fire to open for essential travel only
Feb 20, 25 10:47 AM
Officials at the California Department of Transportation on Wednesday announced the expansion of the “soft closure” of Pacific Coast Highway to residents who need it for essential travel. A portion of… -
Severe storm brings flash flood warnings, mudslides and full PCH closure in Malibu
Feb 15, 25 11:03 AM
The National Weather Service has issued a Flash Flood Warning for the Franklin Fire burn scar in Malibu, in effect until 8:00 PM tonight. Heavy rainfall is creating dangerous conditions, with a high r… -
PCH closed again due to fears of landslides
Feb 13, 25 11:07 AM
Drivers who have never had an accident may be getting whiplash none-the-less this week as the Pacific Coast Highway has closed yet again. The latest development in the ongoing fiasco of accessing the…
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Portion of PCH closed since Palisades Fire to open for essential travel only
Feb 20, 25 10:47 AM
Officials at the California Department of Transportation on Wednesday announced the expansion of the “soft closure” of Pacific Coast Highway to residents who need it for essential travel. A portion of… -
Severe storm brings flash flood warnings, mudslides and full PCH closure in Malibu
Feb 15, 25 11:03 AM
The National Weather Service has issued a Flash Flood Warning for the Franklin Fire burn scar in Malibu, in effect until 8:00 PM tonight. Heavy rainfall is creating dangerous conditions, with a high r… -
PCH closed again due to fears of landslides
Feb 13, 25 11:07 AM
Drivers who have never had an accident may be getting whiplash none-the-less this week as the Pacific Coast Highway has closed yet again. The latest development in the ongoing fiasco of accessing the…
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