Links to Resources for Greater Los Angeles Fire Response and Recovery

As wildfires continue to impact the greater Los Angeles area, our thoughts are with all those affected—clients, partners, employees and families. The devastation of these fires has led to displacement and, tragically, the loss of homes. Below is a resource guide to assist those in need during this challenging time.

Essential Resources and Updates

GOVERNMENT SAFETY UPDATES:

• Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD): Stay updated with the latest fire alerts, safety guidelines and evacuation orders.
  • Website: www.lafd.org
  • Twitter: @LAFD
• Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department (LASD): Access evacuation orders, shelter locations and emergency information.
  • Website: www.lasd.org
  • Twitter: @LASDHQ
• Disaster Assistance: U.S. Government disaster assistance resources.
  • Website: www.disasterassistance.gov/

EMERGENCY RESOURCES AND REAL-TIME ALERTS:

• FEMA’s Guide to Building an Emergency Kit: Ensure your family is prepared by reviewing FEMA’s emergency kit checklist.
  • Website: www.ready.gov/kit
• ReadyLA (Los Angeles Emergency Management): Provides alerts and preparedness advice for wildfire emergencies.
  • Website: https://emergency.lacity.gov/preparedness/get-readyla 
• LA County Resources for Emergencies: Find real-time emergency updates and evacuation instructions.
  • Website: www.lacounty.gov/emergency
• NotifyLA: Receive timely emergency alerts specific to your local area.
  • Website: www.notifyla.org
• LADWP Power Outages: Track power outages and get updates on repair efforts.
  • Website: www.ladwp.com/outages
• Watch Duty App: Stay up to date with the latest regarding the wildfires
  • Website: https://www.watchduty.org/

EMERGENCY SHELTERING:

• Southern California Red Cross: Offering shelter and emergency assistance.
  • Website: www.redcross.org/local/california/southern-california.html
  • Phone: 1-800-RED-CROSS (1-800-733-2767)
• 211 LA and Airbnb: Providing free emergency housing for displaced individuals and first responders.
  • Access 211 LA's intake form: https://211la.org/  
• Animal Sheltering: Resources for pet and animal evacuation and sheltering:
  • Los Angeles County Animal Care and Control: www.animalcare.lacounty.gov
  • The Canine Rescue Club: https://www.caninerescue.club/
  • Petco Lost Love: https://petcolove.org/lost/
  • SPCA Los Angeles: Emergency Pet Supplies: https://spcala.com/

Financial Assistance and Recovery

• FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Agency): Apply for disaster assistance to support your recovery.
  • Website: www.fema.gov
• GoFundMe: Contribute or start a fundraiser for local wildfire victims.
  • Website: www.gofundme.com

Mental Health Support

• L.A. County Department of Mental Health: Providing mental health services during the crisis.
  • Website: www.dmh.lacounty.gov
• Crisis Text Line: Offering free 24/7 crisis counseling via text.
  • Text LA to 741741 for immediate assistance.
• Disaster Distress Helpline: A helpline for emotional distress support after natural disasters.
  • Phone: 1-800-985-5990
  • Text "TalkWithUs" to 66746

Recovery and Rebuilding

• California Department of Insurance: Offers support for insurance claims related to fire damage.
  • Website: www.insurance.ca.gov
• Small Business Administration (SBA): Provides low-interest loans for disaster recovery.
  • Website: https://www.sba.gov/business-guide/manage-your-business/prepare-emergencies 
• L.A. County Building and Safety: For the latest updates on building codes and permits for reconstruction.
  • Website: www.dpw.lacounty.gov/bsd

• Home Hardening: Prevent the intrusion of flames or embers from wildland fire
  • Website: https://www.fire.ca.gov/home-hardening