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Landslides

Landslides, also known as mudslides or debris flow, occur frequently in Orange County.

These disasters can be caused by a variety of factors including earthquakes, storms and fires. Landslides can occur quickly, often with little notice, and the best way to prepare is to stay informed about changes in and around your home that could signal that a landslide is likely to occur.

Also exercise caution when traveling through areas where mudslides have recently occurred because of heavy debris, mud and flooding.

Learn more:

• Download a Southern California landslides report with maps and resources.
• Get a list of home protection measures against landslides at the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).