California Wildfire Resource Hub
GET HELP
- Homeowners and renters who have incurred damage or losses from the Los Angeles County wildfires that began Jan. 7 have until Monday, March 10, 2025, to apply for FEMA Individual Assistance. The program provides financial and other assistance to eligible individuals and households to help meet their basic needs and supplement their wildfire recovery efforts.
- Individual assistance available through FEMA. Three ways to register for FEMA Assistance:
- Online at DisasterAssistance.gov. Applying online is the easiest, fastest, and most convenient way to apply on the FEMA App for mobile devices. Call the FEMA helpline at 1-800-621-3362: 4 a.m. to 10 p.m. (PST). Help is available in most languages.
- To watch an accessible video about how to apply, visit FEMA Accessible: Registering for Individual Assistance – YouTube
- Information on citizenship and immigration status requirements is available.
- Assistance for small businesses is available through the federal Small Business Administration (SBA).
- Visit Disaster Recovery Centers for help with federal aid applications, housing and rental support, and access to services. A list of open Disaster Recovery Centers is available at Cal OES.
- If you lost your job due to the fires, apply for benefits through the State of California.
STAY INFORMED
- Sign up for evacuation notices and critical updates for LA County: Ready LA
- Eaton Fire Updates
- Eaton Fire Resources
- Tips for evacuating safely: Evacuation Guide
- Real-time information and safety tips: Cal OES News | Ready.ca.gov
- Monitor ongoing fires: fire.ca.gov
- Get real-time air quality updates: Air Quality Monitoring (South Coast AQMD)
- Information on power shutoffs: Stay Updated on Public Safety Power Shutoffs
- Real-time traffic maps: CalTrans Traffic Alert/Map
- Information on consumer protections against price gouging: Office of the Attorney General
- Resources to stay healthy: California Department of Public Health – Wildfires
- CARB’s Webinar: Understanding Air Quality After the LA Fires Webinar | California Air Resources Board
- Los Angeles County Public Health Post-Fire Air, Soil, Water Assessment Plan Virtual Town Hall: https://www.youtube.com/live/ig25jArfE0U?si=CbS5WT7JkOno37BV
- Follow LA County Public Safety Partners on Social Media
- LA Office of Emergency Management on X (formerly Twitter): @ReadyLACounty | on Instagram: @lausd_oem
- LA County Fire on X: @LACoFDPIO | on Instagram: @LAacountyfd
- LA County Sheriff on X: @LASDHQ | on Instagram: @LASDHQ
- LA County on X: @CountyofLA | on Instagram: @CountyofLA
- Follow San Bernardino (SB) County Safety Partners
- SB County Fire on X: @SBCOUNTYFIRE | on Instagram: @SBCOUNTYFIRE
- SB County on X: @SBCounty | on Instagram: @SBCounty
HOW TO HELP
Those looking to volunteer their time or donate money to support those impacted by the Los Angeles fires should rely on trusted sources and beware of scams.
- Find volunteer opportunities: California Volunteers
- List of safe ways to donate: Philanthropy California
Beware of fraudsters who may attempt to take advantage during this natural disaster. If it sounds too good to be true, it may be. Do your research, and see the following tips to protect yourself from scams:
- Verify Credentials: Always check licenses, certifications, and reviews for contractors, adjusters, and charities. To find licensed contractors check with the Contractors State License Board.
- Be Skeptical of Upfront Payments: Avoid paying large sums upfront for services or promises of assistance.
- Confirm Authenticity: Use official channels to verify government representatives or relief efforts.
- Monitor Your Accounts: Regularly review financial accounts and credit reports for suspicious activity.
- Report Fraud: Report suspected scams to local law enforcement or to my office at oag.ca.gov/report.
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