UCLA is open for classes and regular operations today, Wednesday, Jan. 8. The fires in the Los Angeles region do not pose an immediate danger to the campus, and at present, air quality levels in Westwood remain within normal levels. Geffen Academy, UCLA Lab School and our Early Care and Education Programs are open; UCLA Extension also remains open.
We are continuing to closely monitor the impact of fires in the region and are actively coordinating with the Los Angeles Fire Department and other municipal partners. We also have operational teams on standby should anything require immediate attention on campus.
What you should know:
- Threat to campus: There is no immediate threat posed by the fires.
- Air quality: Based on available data, air quality at UCLA is currently considered good. Air quality levels may fluctuate throughout the day and we will update you of any significant changes to campus operations via the BruinALERT system.
- If air quality conditions worsen: Individuals in sensitive groups, including older adults, children, pregnant women and those with pre-existing heart or lung disease, should reduce outside activities if they experience health impacts from smoke.
- Getting to campus: Employees who cannot safely commute to campus should coordinate with their supervisors to work remotely. Supervisors are asked to work directly with their employees to meet critical staffing and operational needs on campus. Students who cannot safely commute to campus should reach out to their professors to discuss accommodations. Those who work in UCLA Health clinical areas (including medical, dental and nursing clinics) will receive communications directly from UCLA Health. Please note that all hospitals are open and operational.
- Downed trees or power lines: If you see a downed tree or power line on campus, please call Facilities Management 24/7 at 310-825-9236.
