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Malibu declares local emergency to clear more homeless encampments amid fire weather
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· August 13, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The city's threshold for hazardous conditions is 65%.
City officials in Malibu have taken action to address fire risks. A key factor is the moisture level in vegetation, which has been measured by the Los Angeles County Fire Department. The city's threshold for hazardous conditions is 65%.
Recent measurements show this threshold has been crossed, with levels now below that point. Further information on the city's response, including the removal of encampments, is available from the city, which announced the measures after a unanimous decision by the City Council.
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Category: safety Published: August 13, 2026 Source: NBC Los Angeles (KNBC) Reading time: 1 min
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