Emergency Evacuation Notice
Community Safety Alert — Lithium-Ion Battery Fire in La Verne
We are reaching out to provide vital safety information and local support resources regarding the ongoing hazardous hazmat fire involving a commercial lithium-ion battery storage unit near Wheeler Avenue in La Verne. If you or the individuals and families you serve are in the impacted areas, please review the safety details and available emergency resources below.
Evacuation Orders & Warnings:
Mandatory evacuation orders have been issued for zones near Wheeler Avenue and Bonita Avenue.
To view real-time evacuation maps and zone updates, visit Alert LA County
Evacuation & Shelter Information
An evacuation shelter has been established at the La Verne Community Center located at 3680 D St, La Verne, CA 91750.
Health & Safety Guidelines
Because lithium-ion battery fires produce heavy smoke and potentially toxic air emissions, public health authorities advise the following precautions:
Air Quality & Ventilation: If you are near the incident area but outside the evacuation zone, stay indoors, keep all windows and doors closed, and turn off air conditioning units that draw outside air.
School & Road Closures: Local schools in the immediate vicinity are under precautionary shelter-in-place protocols. Avoid non-essential travel through the Wheeler Avenue and Bonita Avenue corridors.
Emergency Alerts & Key Contacts
Emergency Services: Call 911 immediately if you require urgent evacuation assistance or medical care.
Local Emergency Alerts: Register for official community alerts by texting your ZIP code 91750 to 888777
Non-Emergency Contacts
La Verne Fire Department Station #1 (909) 596-5991
La Verne Police Department (909) 596-1913