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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

LAFD.ORG/ALERTS

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

YMCA Community Cares Center
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
 
California’s Donation Portal
Financial Contributions, Volunteer Opportunities, Corporate and Non-Profit In-Kind Donations
Learn More
 

Financial Donations

Los Angeles Area Chamber of Commerce Small Business Disaster Recovery Fund
Learn More

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

FEMA (Part of the Department of Homeland Security):
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.
There are three ways to apply. CLICK HERE
 

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.