Los Angeles is on alert as revelers prepare to party. Police are standing guard at varions locations around town.

Staples Center plaza has revelers having a party.. The crowds continue to grow. 300-400 people. LAPD calling for a few more units.

East LA has more revelers having parties in the streets. Near Atlantic and Whittier

Laura Diaz lives near LA Live and she reports that everyone peaceful and that is lots of fun.

In Pasadena we are hearing fireworks going off.

Chick Hearn Street is closed as a precaution.

8pm fire spotted and crowds are being dispersed.