California National Guard in Santa Monica
January 10, 2025 10:43 AM
The 330th Military Police, part of the law enforcement branch of the California National Guard, are stationed at traffic control points around Santa Monica to ensure the safety of the surrounding community. The integrity of these traffic control points is vital to ensuring emergency vehicles can move unimpeded and our neighborhoods remain protected. National Guard support in our city helps build capacity of the SMPD to safeguard our residents during this emergency.
Chief Batista: “Having the National Guard in our city and working side by side with the men and women of the Santa Monica Police Department should send a strong message to those who would defy evacuation orders to prey on Santa Monicans in this moment of duress. Criminal actions will not be tolerated. Our officers are vigilant, and we are fully prepared to arrest and hold offenders accountable.”
Day and night, we are dedicated to ensuring the security of your homes and loved ones. Our team is proactively monitoring both the warning AND evacuation zones, deploying extra officers, and collaborating closely with mutual aid partners to provide comprehensive support. We remain steadfast in our commitment to respond swiftly to any needs that arise.
PLEASE be aware that no one will be able to enter any Pacific Palisades or Los Angeles evacuation zone through Santa Monica points of entry.
Media Contact
Erika Aklufi
Lieutenant
Erika.Aklufi@santamonica.gov