Our thoughts are with everyone and every business affected by the fires. We are actively gathering resources and will continue to share updates on social media as they become available.
Please prioritize safety above all else.
Last Updated: Friday, January 17
If you have information about other credible resources, please email info@laxcoastal.com
We have found Cal Fire to be a valuable resource for information.
We also find LA Tourism’s Comprehensive List of Resources extremely helpful.
Los Angeles Emergency Management Department Issued this Recovery page on their website.
Evacuation Centers
Westwood Recreation Center
1350 South Sepulveda Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90025
El Camino Real Charter High School
5440 Valley Circle Blvd
Woodland Hills, CA 91367
Pasadena Convention Center
300 E Green St, Pasadena, CA 91101, USA
Pomona Fairplex
1101 W McKinley Ave, Pomona
Ritchie Valens Recreation Center
10736 Laurel Canyon Blvd, Pacoima 91331
Evacuation Zones
View interactive maps for evacuation zones at Calfire or abc7.com
Evacuation Tips
When urgent evacuation is necessary, these steps from Calfire will guide you to leave safely and quickly.
Road Closures & Metro Delays
Follow CHP-West Valley to stay up-to-date on road closures for the Palisades Fire.
Metro service alerts can be found at
https://www.metro.net/a-line-delays/
Transportation
Uber and Lyft
Rideshare companies Uber and Lyft are offering free rides to shelter locations for evacuated residents. Learn more
Uber: WILDFIRE25
Lyft: CAFIRERELIEF25
Amtrak Pacific Surfliner
$10 Fares Anywhere in Southern California for Those Impacted by Wildfires with Code: V505
Learn More
Animal Evacuation Centers
Los Angeles Equestrian Center
480 W Riverside Dr, Burbank, CA 91506
Pierce College Equestrian Center
7100 El Rancho Drive, Woodland Hills
Rose Bowl Stadium
1001 Rose Bowl Dr, Pasadena, CA 91103
Agoura Animal Care Center
29525 Agoura Rd, Agoura Hills, CA 91301
Pasadena Humane Society
361 S Raymond Ave, Pasadena, CA 91105
Downey Animal Care Center
11258 Garfield Ave, Downey
Hotel Accommodations & Long term Stay Solutions
Click here for a complete list
Support Services
American Red Cross
Emergency shelters and assistance. Visit Website
California Fire Foundation
Financial aid for victims. Visit Website
Los Angeles Regional Food Bank
Food assistance. Visit Website
Receive Updates Through Trusted Sources
CALFire on X: @CAL_FIRE
LA County Sheriff on X: @LASDHQ
LA County on X: @CountyofLA
National Weather Service Los Angeles on X: @NWSLosAngeles
Ways to help
Volunteer
A pop-up distribution center in a vacant retail space across from CVS/Ralph’s property at 8907 S. Sepulveda Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90045
Open Tuesday – Saturday 10 AM – 5 PM
Financial Contributions, Volunteer Opportunities, Corporate and Non-Profit In-Kind Donations
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Financial Donations
Los Angeles Area Chamber of Commerce Small Business Disaster Recovery Fund
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California Fire Foundation
An online monetary donation to the California Fire Foundation Wildfire and Disaster Relief Fund directly supports victims of wildfires and disasters throughout California, including the L.A. County area.
The Salvation Army Southern California Division
Working to provide food, personal necessities and shelter to survivors and first responders. Monetary donations to directly aid the region can be made online. Checks can be mailed to “The Salvation Army – Disaster Relief” at P.O. Box 93002, Long Beach 90809-9355.
Community Funds – 2025 California Disaster Response
List of vetted funds supporting non-profits active in recovery efforts
Food Needs
LA Regional Food Bank
The Food Bank is accepting financial donations and food donations at their two distribution centers from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, and 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, located at: 1734 East 41st Street; Los Angeles, California 90058 -and- 2300 Pellissier Place; Industry, CA 90601. The Food Bank continues to accept volunteers. For more information, go to LAFoodBank.org/volunteer.
World Central Kitchen’s Relief Team
Supporting first responders and families impacted by wildfires in the Los Angeles area. Their teams and partners have mobilized across the region to provide nourishing meals to people in need. Click here to sign up to volunteer or learn more.
Pet Care
Canine Rescue Club
The club is looking for volunteers to offer temporary foster care for dogs displaced by the fires. You can apply to temporarily house an affected dog by filling out an online form.
Best Friends Animal Society
Volunteers needed to help foster animals. For more information, contact Best Friends at FosterLA@bestfriends.org.
Insurance and Rebuilding After a Wildfire
UpHelp
View the checklist from uphelp.org
California Department of Insurance Workshops and Local Assistance Centers
Insurance Commissioner Lara will lead workshops for wildfire victims.
Learn More
If you have insurance, you should file a claim as soon as possible with your insurance provider. FEMA assistance is available to help jumpstart your recovery if you have uninsured or underinsured damage. If insurance does not cover all your damage, FEMA may provide additional help.
Business Relief
SBA (US Small Business Administration) Disaster Relief:
SBA’s low-interest disaster loans to help homeowners, renters, and businesses of all sizes recover from current wildfire. Businesses can apply for a loan up to $2 million. (updated January 2025)
Types of SBA disaster loans now available – to apply click CLICK HERE
The SBA encourages applicants to submit their loan applications as soon as possible, as applications will be prioritized in the order received. Apply online and receive additional disaster assistance information at sba.gov/disaster. You may also call SBA’s Customer Service Center at 1-800-659-2955 or email disastercustomerservice@sba.gov for more information on SBA disaster assistance.
The Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO)
Click here for a dedicated emergency resources webpage to support businesses and workers impacted by recent wildfires.
Los Angeles Area Chamber of Commerce Small Business Disaster Recovery Fund
Learn More
LA County/LA City Small Business and Worker Relief Fund Grant Program
Applications for small businesses, nonprofits, and workers will open early February 2025.
Childcare
The YMCA is offering free childcare for displaced families and first responders.Learn more
Mental Health
Airport Marina Counseling Service Offers 10 FREE Therapy Sessions
A nonprofit, community-based mental health clinic, offering mental health support for the wildfire victims.
310.670.1410 or visit www.amcshelps.com
California Association of School Psychologists Resources
Helping Children After a Wildfire: Tips for Parents and Teachers (English & Spanish)
Supporting Children and Youth During and After Wildfire
Schools
Many local schools have openings for displaced familes new to the LAX Coastal area.
St. Jerome School (PK – 8th Grade)
Waived tuition for displaced families as space permits
Learn More
Visitation Catholic School (JK – 8th Grade)
Accepting students in select grades (No availability in 6th or 8th grades)
Learn More
Westchester Lutheran School (JK – 8th Grade)
Accepting students in select grades (No availability in 6th or 8th grades)
Learn More
WISH Community and Academy Schools (All Grades)
Learn More
We will continue to share resources as they become available. Our hearts go out to those affected by this devastation, and we are deeply grateful to the courageous firefighters and first responders battling the fires.
