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A message from your City Manager and Chief of Police

Posted on June 13, 2025

https://youtu.be/j7zR-uaBjpg?si=lRKAREeqIqS147CV Santa Ana City Manager Alvaro Nuñez and Chief of Police Robert Rodriguez share this message of solidarity with the Santa Ana community.

A map of street closures around the Santa Ana Civic Center.

Street closures in Civic Center area through Sunday, June 15, 2025

Posted on June 11, 2025

Please note the following street closures in the Civic Center area through Sunday, June 15, 2025: Santa Ana Boulevard from Flower Street to Ross Street Ross Street from Santa Ana Boulevard to 3rd Street 4th Street from Ross Street to Birch Street Sycamore Street from Santa Ana Boulevard to 3rd Street Sidewalks remain open and...

The City of Santa Ana is committed to upholding the rights and safety of all residents

Posted on June 9, 2025

We are aware that U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is currently conducting immigration enforcement actions in the city of Santa Ana. We acknowledge that this news causes fear and uncertainty to many in our community. We want to ensure you that the City of Santa Ana is fully compliant with the State of California...

Santa Ana City Council bans sale and distribution of nitrous oxide for recreational use

Posted on May 21, 2025

Santa Ana, CA – In a decisive move to protect public health and safety, the Santa Ana City Council unanimously adopted an ordinance that prohibits the sale and distribution of nitrous oxide on Tuesday, May 20. The ordinance addresses growing concerns over the recreational misuse of nitrous oxide — commonly referred to as “laughing gas”...

Street closures in Santa Ana for OC Marathon on May 4

Posted on May 2, 2025

Street closures will be in effect for the OC Marathon on Sunday, May 4, 2025, in Santa Ana, Newport Beach, and Costa Mesa, from 4 a.m. to as late as 2 p.m. The following street closures are planned in Santa Ana on May 4: Raitt Street northbound from Sunflower Avenue to Segerstrom Avenue Alton Avenue...

SAPD offers new Text-to-911 service

Posted on May 1, 2025

Santa Ana Police Department now has a Text-to-911 service available for those moments when calling just isn’t safe. If you’re in an emergency and need to stay quiet, you can still reach help by sending a text to 911. It’s simple, it’s fast, and it could save a life. Call if you can, text if...

Multiple Fatality Traffic Collision – Single Vehicle vs. Tree

Posted on April 10, 2025

A single-vehicle collision resulted in the loss of five lives and left one teenager hospitalized following a crash late Saturday night. On Saturday, April 5, 2025, at approximately 11:22 p.m., the Santa Ana Police Department received multiple calls regarding a traffic collision near Segerstrom Avenue and Griset Place. Officers, along with Orange County Fire Authority...

Street closures and permitted events for March 27 to April 2

Posted on March 27, 2025

Below are the locations of upcoming permitted events and road closures so you can plan accordingly. Please drive slowly and safely in construction zones and around crowded events. If a weather event occurs on the anticipated start date, the street closures for construction activity will be delayed until the weather clears. March 27 to April 1...

Santa Ana Police Department launches community engagement texting system

Posted on February 27, 2025

Santa Ana residents will be among the first in Orange County — and some of the first in the state — to benefit from new software designed to enhance community engagement. The Santa Ana Police Department has introduced a new engagement system that uses text messaging to keep residents informed after non-life-threatening interactions with SAPD....

Street closures and permitted events for February 20-26

Posted on February 20, 2025

Street closures and permitted events for February 13-19

Posted on February 13, 2025

A vehicle stops next to a pile of sandbags on a rainy day.

Major rainstorm forecast February 12-14; free sandbags available for residents and businesses

Posted on February 11, 2025

Be prepared for rain! The National Weather Service has forecast a major storm will hit Southern California beginning Wednesday, Feb. 12, through Friday, Feb. 14, with heavy rain, possible flooding and dangerous road conditions especially on Thursday. The City of Santa Ana is offering free sandbags to residents and businesses. Up to 10 sandbags are...

Street closures and permitted events for February 6-12

Posted on February 6, 2025

Street closures and permitted events for January 23-29

Posted on January 23, 2025

A firefighter walks by a house that is smoldering and smoking from a fire.

OCFA extinguishes house fire at 414 W. 16th St.

Posted on January 16, 2025

On Thursday, January 16, at approximately 8 a.m., Orange County Fire Authority firefighters responded to a structure fire at 414 W. 16th St., near 17th and Ross streets in Santa Ana. When crews arrived on scene they found a single-story residence and two vehicles on fire, and a nearby residence starting to catch fire. To...

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Posted on January 14, 2025

🚨 Stay informed, stay safe! 🚨 With unpredictable weather patterns and fire risks affecting Southern California, it's more important than ever to stay prepared for emergencies. Here are some vital resources to help you stay connected and informed: City Manager’s Newsletter and City News Updates: Receive local news, events, press releases and updates from the...

Street closures and permitted events for January 9-15

Posted on January 9, 2025

UPDATED: Fire, wind and air quality impacts in Santa Ana

Posted on January 8, 2025

***Updated*** 9 a.m. Thursday, January 16, 2025 Here are updates on how the high winds and wildfires are affecting Santa Ana. City of Santa Ana emergency responders and Public Works staff are monitoring and responding to downed trees, traffic signal outages, and any other fire- or wind-related issues. Wildfires Visit the CalFire website for a...

UPDATED: Traffic signals out at multiple intersections due to power outages

Posted on January 8, 2025

***Update*** Friday, January 10, 2025, 9 a.m. All Santa Ana traffic signal outages caused by wind or power outages have been restored. ***Update*** Thursday, January 9, 2025, 9 a.m. All traffic signal operations have been restored except the intersection of Dyer & Tech Center (flashing red light.) We hope to restore this signal promptly. ***Update***...

High wind warning January 7-8: Report downed trees, power lines and traffic signals

Posted on January 7, 2025

The National Weather Service has issued a High Wind Warning from Tuesday, January 7, until 6 p.m. Wednesday, January 8, for inland Orange County, the Santa Ana Mountains, and Foothills that will bring 35 to 45 mph winds from the northeast, with occasional strong wind gusts of over 75 mph. Damaging winds could blow down...