State of Emergency Declared in Rancho Palos Verdes as Landslides Escalate

Governor Newsom's declaration aims to address utility disruptions and support residents facing severe land movement.

Utility services have been cut off to hundreds of homes due to accelerating landslides.
The land in Rancho Palos Verdes is moving up to 13 inches per week in some areas.
Heavy rains over the past two years have intensified the geological instability.
Local officials are seeking state and federal assistance to mitigate the crisis.
Residents are urged to follow emergency directives for their safety.