El Centro, Ca. – August 11, 2024 – On Sunday afternoon, the City of El Centro convened a meeting with the owner of Gio’s Mobile Home Estates. The discussion included key department heads from the City of El Centro and the Imperial County Office of Emergency Services.
Current action plan
- A San Diego-based electrical contractor is working to source parts to restore power to the mobile home park.
- A local electrical contractor is on standby to assist if required.
- Once parts are obtained, installation may be completed within 12 hours.
- The transformer will undergo safety and load balance testing.
- Ideally, electricity will be restored by tomorrow; however, the timeline may extend if parts are not secured today.
Assistance for Residents
- The park management team has secured 164 rooms for displaced residents.
- Residents have been accommodated in 5 hotels within the City of El Centro.
- Approximately 1,000 residents are estimated to have been displaced.
- Wellness checks are being conducted for residents have chosen to remain on-site.
- The majority of residents had voluntarily self-evacuated by the end of Saturday.
- The American Red Cross is providing support for this operation.
- A security company is being hired to ensure park security and restrict access to verified residents.
- The City of El Centro Police Department will assist with patrol in an effort to preserve life and property.
- The park’s main office is operational. Residents can call 760-352-4760 for updates and information.
Contingency Planning
The City is collaborating with local, county, and state agencies to manage the situation effectively. The American Red Cross has deployed a team to support the operations of a potential emergency shelter.
Public Communication
We encourage the public to refrain from spreading misinformation. For accurate and current updates, please follow our official social media channels.
