- Updated: November 12, 2024
- 11:06 AM
Emergency Information for Neighboring Jurisdictions
Mountain Incident Information
COMMUNITY MEETING
A community meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, November 13, 2024, at 6:30 pm to inform residents impacted by the Mountain Fire about the Local Assistance Center opening in Camarillo. The CalFire Incident Management Team, County public officials and the City of Camarillo will host the meeting at the Rancho Compana High School Performing Arts Center.
INCIDENT UPDATE
The Ventura County Fire Department and numerous other agencies remain on scene of the Mountain Fire Incident. Over 2,000 personnel have been assigned to the incident which is currently estimated at 20,630 acres with 48% containment. Several Evacuation Warnings and Orders remain in effect in the City of Camarillo as well as unincorporated Camarillo, Somis, Santa Paula and Fillmore.
LIMITED ENTRY – EVACUATION ZONES 3 and 4E
Some of our hardest hit areas within Camarillo Heights are not yet able to be fully re-opened. However, residents of these areas will be allowed to access the area on Monday, November 11, 2024 and Tuesday, November 12, 2024 between the hours of 9:00am – 5:00pm. Personnel, including Red Cross volunteers, have been deployed at four locations where residents wanting to visit these areas can safely pull over to check-in, and obtain free clean up kits and supplies. Deputies on-site will be checking identification to ensure the overall security of the area and impacted residents.
The check-in/supply locations are:
- Mission Drive and West Highland Drive/Highland Terrace
- Mission Drive between Santa Cruz Way and San Clemente Way
- Valley Vista Drive and Vista Del Mar
- Valley Vista Drive and Cerro Crest Drive
RE-ENTRY PROCESS FOR EVACUATED AREAS
The incident management team is working around the clock to ensure areas are safe for re-entry. Prior to allowing re-entry, each area is thoroughly reviewed by response personnel to ensure your safety. Often, this process can take time as damaged electrical and gas connections take considerable effort to secure. Please be prepared for areas heavily damaged by fire to take longer to inspect and secure.
As Evacuation Orders are downgraded to Evacuation Warnings, there is still an element of danger as fire crews may still mopping up hot spots and ensuring other hazards remain controlled. By downgrading an Evacuation Orders to an Evacuation Warning, this does not mean the situation is safe. There is still a chance that an Evacuation Order may be re-issued if dangerous conditions return.
To determine the evacuation status of your residence, please refer to the VENTURA COUNTY INCIDENT DASHBOARD .
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW BEFORE RETURNING
- Areas impacted by fire may contain hazardous materials. Please refer to these Safety Guidelines from Ventura County Public Health for tips on what to look out for.
- Use extreme caution when inspecting your property.
- Check for hot spots, smoldering debris, damaged power lines, and weakened structures.
- Be cautious around burned trees, as they may fall unexpectedly.
- Click HERE for a checklist on what to look for.
- Often, utilities may be damaged making them hazardous to humans and pets. Please use extreme caution when accessing your property.
Repopulation efforts are a top priority. As areas become safe to enter, Evacuation Orders may change or be lifted in sections.
Click HERE to search your address and find your Zone.
- Zone 1C
- Zone 2
- Zone 3
- Zone 3B
- Zone 4E
- Zone 4F
- Zone 6
- Zone 8
- Zone 12B
Click HERE to search your address and find your Zone.
The following areas were downgraded from and Evacuation Order to an Evacuation Warning as of 11/11/24 @ 3:00 pm:
- Zone 9
- Zone 11A
The following areas were downgraded from and Evacuation Order to an Evacuation Warning as of 11/10/24 @ 3:00 pm:
- Zone 1B
- Zone 11B
- Zone 12A
The following areas were downgraded from and Evacuation Order to an Evacuation Warning as of 11/9/24 @ 3:00 pm:
- Zone 1A
- Zone 4C
- Zone 4D
The following areas were downgraded from and Evacuation Order to an Evacuation Warning as of 11/8/24 @ 3:00 pm:
- Zone 2A
- Zone 3A
- Zone 4A
- Zone 4B
- Zone 10
Click HERE to search your address and find your Zone.
Evacuation Warnings for the following zones were lifted as of 3:00 pm 11/11/24:
- Zone 2A
- Zone 4F
- Zone 11B
Evacuation Warnings for the following zones were lifted as of 3:00 pm 11/10/24:
- Zone 3C
- Zone 4A
- Zone 4B
- Zone 4C
- Zone 4D
- Zone 10
Large Animal Evacuation Center
An evacuation center for large animals has been established at the Ventura County Fairgrounds.
Ventura County Fairgrounds
10 E. Harbor Boulevard
Ventura, CA 93001
Small Animal Evacuation Center
An evacuation center for small animals has been established at Ventura County Animal Services (Camarillo Airport):
Ventura County Animal Services (Camarillo Airport)
600 Aviation Drive
Camarillo, 93010
The following Road Closures are in effect as of 3:00 pm 11/11/24:
Ventura County Sheriff Jurisdiction:
- Valley Vista Dr/Vista Del Mar
- Valley Vista Dr/Marine View Dr
- Valley Vista Dr/Fairway Dr
- Valley Vista Dr/Deseo Ave
- West Highland Dr/Mission Dr
- Highland Terrace/Mission Dr
- Santa Cruz Way/Mission Dr
- Marissa Lane/Mission Dr
- San Clemente Way/Mission Dr
- East Highland Dr/North Loop Dr
California Highway Patrol Jurisdiction:
- Bradley Rd/Berylwood Rd
- Kingsgrove Dr/Heatherton Dr
Ventura County Public Works Jurisdiction:
- 118/Center School Rd
- Balcom/118 North
- Sheckell/Fairview
- Sheckell/Grimes
- S. Mountain Rd/San Cayetano St
- S. Mountain Rd/South Mountain (aka Lemon Company Road, south of 12th street bridge)
- N Heatherton Drive (Kingsgrove/N Greentree)
For information on school closures visit Ventura County Office of Education.
Water Quality
The City of Camarillo would like to assure its water customers that the water is safe to drink and can be used without restriction, as usual. The fire did not damage equipment or impact the Desalter treatment facility. Camrosa Water District has also assured customers that their potable water is safe to drink with no water quality issues.
Unsafe Water Alerts
When neighborhoods are impacted by wildfire, critical infrastructure can also be impacted. Water systems can lose power or sustain damage. There is also the potential for the chemical Benzene to leach into the water system from materials burned in structures and pose health risks. Three water purveyors were impacted by the Mountain Fire and have issued unsafe water alerts to their customers. As areas are repopulated, potable water may not be readily available through the tap. All three companies are working diligently to restore full capacity, make repairs, flush systems and send samples to independent laboratories to ensure the water meets requirements set by the State Water Resources Control Board. As soon as lab results confirm the water is safe to drink, the unsafe water alerts will be lifted. This could take anywhere from several days to a week, depending on system needs and laboratory testing. Please see below for details for each water purveyor.
The following water providers have issued Unsafe Water Alerts to some or all of their customers:
Waterworks District No.19 – Somis
County of Ventura, Water & Sanitation has issued an UNSAFE WATER ALERT FOR WATERWORKS DISTRICT No. 19-SOMIS to its customers, advising them that the water is not safe to drink or boil due to fire-related impacts caused by the Mountain Fire. For more information, call 805- 378-3000.
California American Water
California American Water has issued an Unsafe Water Alert to its customers, advising them that the water is not safe to drink or boil. Available water may be used for limited purposes as outlined in the advisory. Potable water will be delivered to impacted customers until the unsafe water alert is lifted. For more information, call 866-269-2837.
Pleasant Valley Mutual Water
Pleasant Valley Mutual Water Company has issued an Unsafe Water Alert to its customers, advising them that the water is not safe to drink or boil. Available water may be used for limited purposes as outlined in the advisory. For more information, call 805-482-5061.
Crestview Mutual Water Company
Crestview Mutual Water Company has lifted the Unsafe Water Alert for their service area as of 11/11/24. Residents may resume normal water consumption.
There are many health and safety considerations after a wildfire. For a copy of local health orders pertaining to the Mountain Fire and resources on how to protect yourself and loved ones, please visit Ventura County Recovers.
We are grateful for the support, generosity, and offers of donations from our community. However, at this time, we are prioritizing life safety. The County will continue to partner with non-profit organizations to provide assistance to those impacted by the fire.
In the meantime, if you would like to make a monetary or in-kind donation for the Mountain Fire recovery, please contact your favorite local non-profit organization directly.
Daily Incident Press Conference
Cal Fire Incident Management Team 5 along with personnel from the Ventura County Fire Department and the Ventura County Sheriff’s Office conduct a daily press conference at 6:00 pm. This press conference streams live below.
Santa Ana Wind Event/Public Safety Power Shutoff
The National Weather Service is forecasting a brief mild to moderate Santa Ana Wind event to impact Ventura County Tuesday and Wednesday. Southern California Edison is monitoring circuits in Ventura County from Tuesday 11/12/24 12:00 pm through Wednesday, 11/13/24 3:00 am for a possible Public Safety Power Shutoff event. For more information about Public Safety Power Shutoff, visit Southern California Edison.
To follow the weather forecast, visit the National Weather Service.
Southern California Edison staffed a Customer Resource Center on 11/12/24 from 10:00 am to 10:00 pm.
Fillmore Active Adult & Community Center
533 Santa Clara Street
Fillmore, CA 93015
Public Safety Power Shutoff Monitored & De-Energized Circuits
Real-Time Incident Dashboard & Map
