LAFD is providing real-time updates on the fires in Los Angeles and important evacuation information.
Community Resources
Los Angeles Wildfires: Support for Victims and First Responders
Listed below are a variety of community resources available to support individuals and families impacted by the recent fires. The organizations provide a wide range of assistance including shelter, supplies, emotional support, public safety information, or guidance through these difficult times.
The American Red Cross is working to support all those who have been impacted by the fires. Emergency shelters have been opened across Los Angeles County to provide folks with shelter, food, and other critical services. The organization is also assisting individuals in locating loved ones and providing emotional support during this difficult time. The American Red Cross offers disaster assistance free of charge and without requiring identification.
LAUSD is providing real-time updates on school closures and other resources for students and families affected by the fires.
Those affected by the fires may be eligible to receive Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) funds for housing needs, essential items, rental assistance, property losses and other eligible expenses.
YMCA is offering free childcare for children of first responders, essential workers and families that have been displaced by the fires. Select YMCA locations have also been converted into temporary evacuation sites and distribution centers.
Several shelters across Los Angeles County are available for animals affected by the evacuation orders.
CalAnimals provides disaster assistance and has an emergency management committee ready to help animals and people in their communities in need.
The Los Angeles Regional Food Bank works with local partners to offer groceries and meals to those in need across Los Angeles County.
The California Association of Food Banks represent 41 banks throughout California. Click the link to find one near you.
Those affected by the fires may be eligible to receive one month of Disaster CalFresh food assistance.
The County of Los Angeles offers an opt-in mass notification program that sends out emergency alerts by text, email and/or phone call. It also provides accessibility features for people with disabilities and/or access and functional needs.
Genasys Protect is an evacuation management tool that allows residents to look up their addresses and use the zone map to find evacuation information for their area.
The California Insurance Commissioner¡¯s Office has provided resources for those affected by the Palisades and Eaton fires to support them as they begin to rebuild.
Southern California Edison is offering support for customers affected by major disasters.
GoodRx is offering free online healthcare provider appointments to residents impacted by the fires.
If you are struggling with your mental health during these difficult times, there are services available to help. LACDMH has provided a list of mental health resources for those impacted by the fires.
The LA County Department of Parks and Recreation Care Camps will provide youth and teens affected by the fires with a space for fun and recreation. The activities include arts and crafts, sports activities and field trips to locations around Los Angeles. Breakfast, snacks, and lunch are also provided daily.
For those looking to volunteer, L.A. Works has provided a list of organizations helping those affected by the fires that are seeking volunteers.