For immediate life-threatening emergencies, always dial 911.Below is a list of important emergency and urgent contact numbers for services in the East Los Angeles area:

• East Los Angeles Sheriff’s Station (Urgent Matters):
  • Phone: (323) 264-4151
  • Note: For urgent law enforcement matters. For immediate life-threatening emergencies, dial 911. Services City of Commerce, Cudahy, Maywood, and unincorporated areas like Belvedere Gardens, City Terrace, Eastmont, East Los Angeles, Saybrook Park, Union Pacific.
• Los Angeles County Fire Department Station 3 (Direct Line):
  • Phone: (323) 269-4124
  • Note: For direct station inquiries regarding ambulance & fire services. For immediate fire or medical emergencies, dial 911.
• CHP Traffic Accident Response (South Gate-East LA):
  • Phone: (323) 980-6400
  • Note: For reporting or inquiring about traffic accidents.
• Animal Control (Downey Shelter - Urgent Animal Issues):
  • Phone: (562) 940-6898
  • Note: For animal-related emergencies or services.
• South Coast AQMD (Air Quality Complaints):
  • Phone: 1-800-CUT SMOG (1-800-288-7664)
  • Note: To file a complaint about smog, strong odors, or other air quality issues.
• Road Closures & Hazards (24-Hour Hotline):
  • Phone: 1 (800) 675-4357
  • Note: For 24-hour information on road closures or to report road hazards.
  • Other Inquiries (Non-24hr): (323) 261-2160

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