Essential Resources
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Latest Updates:
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PALISADES FIRE RECOVERY TOWN HALL: Wednesday Feb. 12 at 6PM
The third Town Hall dedicated to Palisades Fire recovery will be February 12. This is a virtual meeting held on Zoom, and livestreamed on YouTube.
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Disaster Recovery Center Locator…Find your closes FEMA center
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Warning: Potential Asbestos and Toxin Exposure…The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department issued warnings to Altadena deputies about toxins in the air including asbestos.
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Masking in Burn Zones: If you’re in burn zones, wear a high-quality N95 mask to protect yourself from toxins. Masks with exhalation valves are often easier to breathe through during long wear.
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Prepare for Rain Burn areas face a heightened risk of flooding and debris flow during heavy rain. With rain expected this Tuesday, take steps to prepare yourself and your property. Supervisor Lindsey Horvath shares important insights on preparedness in these vulnerable areas.
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Palisades Fire Recovery Update: Community Resources and Infrastructure Repairs
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Know Your Zone: Being aware of your zone significantly helps you stay aware of potential evacuation orders, warnings, and emergency notifications. Evacuation orders have been reduced or lifted in some areas. You can find your zone here: https://protect.genasys.com/. Some areas remain accessible to residents only by public safety escort. This information specifically pertains to the Los Angeles, San Diego and Riverside Counties.
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Watch Duty App: Stay Safe From Wildfires When Seconds Count Watch Duty, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, alerts you of nearby wildfires and firefighting efforts in real-time.
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Disaster Recovery Center for Resources, Recovery, Rebuilding and Repopulating Information. Open to the public from 9:00 AM PM to 8:00PM.
Locations:
Westside Location
UCLA Research Park West
10850 West Pico Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90064Eastside Location
Pasadena City College Community Education Center
3035 E. Foothill Blvd.
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Dream Center for food and other essentials. 2301 Bellevue Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90026
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Red Cross Emergency Fire Line: (310) 445-9900 @americanredcross
- Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA): Disaster Assistance or by calling the FEMA Helpline at 800-621-3362
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LA County Tax Relief: Disaster Relief Info
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7 Steps to Navigating Insurance after a Wildfire
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The Insurance Commissioner announced a one year moratorium on non-renewals.
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Insurance Claim and Recovery Help United Policyholders (UP) is a non-profit 501(c) (3) organization whose mission is to be a trustworthy and useful information resource and an effective voice for consumers of all types of insurance in all 50 states.
- CA Department Insurance Wildfire Resources
- California Department of Insurance Consumer Hotline: 800-927-4357 and https://www.insurance.ca.gov
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Wildfire Relief Event by Malibu Surfing Association at Becker Surfboards
Malibu Surfing Association was out at Becker Surfboards in Malibu Saturday, January 18th, with essential goods to help anyone in the community affected by the devastating Palisades. Here’s a video of that event. @malibusurfingassociation @beckersurf -
Calm App: In the midst of your chaos or everyday life—whether you're navigating something historic or facing personal challenges—remember that you don't have to go through it alone. Reach out to your support system, whether it's friends, family, places of worship, or a trusted community. And when you need a moment of quiet reflection, tools like the Calm App can offer meditations, breathing exercises, and soothing sounds to help you reduce stress and find peace. Whatever you're facing, take time to care for yourself and connect with those who care for you.
Animal Shelters and Resources
- Animal Shelters are in desperate need of fosters and adopters until pets and their owners can be reunited. See KTLA’s article here.
- Reunite lost pets: Residents who have lost or found pets are encouraged to use Petco Love Lost.
- Evacuation Orders/Warnings Map Evacuation orders have been reduced or lifted in some areas. Check this map to locate your zone.
- Evacuation Shelters: Locations including Westwood Recreation Center, Pasadena Convention Center, and others.
- Westwood Recreation Center – 1350 Sepulveda Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90025
- El Camino Real Charter High School – 5440 Valley Circle Blvd, Woodland Hills, CA 91367
- Pasadena Civic Center – 300 East Green Street, Pasadena, CA 91101
- Pan Pacific Recreational Center 7600 Beverly Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90036
- Ritchie Valens Recreation Center – 10736 Laurel Canyon Blvd
- Animal Shelters: Facilities in Agoura Hills, Baldwin Park, Carson, and more.
- Agoura Animal Care Center 29525 Agoura Rd, Agoura Hills, CA 91301
- Baldwin Park Animal Care Center 4275 Elton St, Baldwin Park, CA 91706
- Carson Animal Care Center 216 W Victoria St, Gardena, CA 90248
- Downey Animal Care Center 11258 Garfield Ave, Downey, CA 90242
- Lancaster Animal Care Center 5210 W Ave I, Lancaster, CA 93536
- Palmdale Animal Care Center 38550 Sierra Hwy, Palmdale, CA 93550
- Equestrian Support: The Los Angeles Equestrian Center is accepting evacuated horses (818) 840-9063.
Temporary and Short Term Housing Resources
- Airbnb Temporary Housing: Airbnb.org offers housing for wildfire-impacted individuals. Learn more here.
- Furnished Leasing Database: Access a live database of furnished leases, many not yet listed online, here.
- South Bay Short-Term Furnished Rentals: Explore options at Sunny California Furnished Rentals.
- Furnished Finder: For short-term rental solutions, visit Furnished Finder.
- Love Living Management: Specializing in furnished short-term rentals in San Diego. Visit Love Living Management.
- MLS - If you need specific property information or have any real estate inquiries, feel free to reach out to me directly at (949) 482-0073 or connect here—I can supply you with MLS data and details. We will waive our tenant-side commissions for wildfire survivors. On that note, be wary of listing agents and price gouging.
Volunteer and Donation Opportunities
- LA County Fire Foundation Donate to LA County Fire
- LA Works
- American Red Cross: Volunteer or Donate @americanredcross
- Team Rubicon
- World Central Kitchen
- California Fire Foundation @cafirefound
- Los Angeles Food Bank @lafoodbank
- Saddleback Church Relief Efforts If you or someone you know is in need of help, whether it’s prayer, assistance, or just someone to talk to, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us. You can send an email to [email protected].
- Supervisor Katrina Foley in partnership with Dana Point Harbor Partners and Costa Mesa Ikea to benefit:
- Los Angeles Dream Center
Dana Point Harbor Community Center
34515 Golden LanternDana Point, CA 92629
Open Wednesday 9A – 11A | Thursday 2P – 4P- Non-Perishable Food
- Books
- Feminine Hygiene Products
- New Clothing & Pajamas
- Work Gloves
- N95 Facemasks
- Sheets & Blankets
- Diapers
- Orange County Fire Authority
IKEA Costa Mesa
1475 South Coast DriveCosta Mesa, CA 92626
Monday - Sunday, 10 A - 9 PM- Shirts/blouses
- Jeans/Pants/Sweatpants
- Pajamas
- Jackets
- Diapers
- Sneakers
- N95 Masks
- NEW Underwear
- Los Angeles Dream Center
- The Salvation Army @salvationarmyus
- Pasadena Humane Society
- Human Society The devastating wildfires in California have left animals without homes and caused them to suffer from horrific burns, smoke inhalation, and more. We’re partnering with local veterinary clinics and animal welfare organizations and plan to provide at least $1 million in funding for critical services.
- California Community Foundation Relief Fund
- @gobblegobblegive
- @friendsindeedpas
- Mercy Warehouse Laguna Niguel
- All Things Orange County @allthingsorangecounty is helping our neighbors in Los Angeles County.
- Pacific Marine Mammal Center @pacificmmc
312 Broadway Suite 206, Laguna Beach
381 Forest Ave, Laguna Beach
Open 7 days a week 8 am – 6 pm
Nonperishable food, gloves, goggles, face masks, bandanas, pet supplies, first aid, hygiene products, towels, clothing, gift cards - Atomic Ballroom @atomicballroom
17961 Sky Park Cir. Ste C, Irvine CA
Open 7 days a week 11:00 am-10:00 pm
– NEW clothing ONLY, blankets, masks, water, pillows, towels, hygiene, power banks, batteries, sleeping bags, socks, dry goods - Shape and Skin Med Spa @shapeandskinmed
5911 Warner Ave
Huntington Beach CA
Open Friday 9 am – 6 pm, Saturday 9 am – 4 pm
– toiletries, first aid, socks, gloves, blankets, reusable water bottles, toys, notepads, backpacks - CalFire Fundraising Print and I love LA Print by @3fishstudios
Advice from Those Who’ve Been There
- Set up a dedicated checking account: Use this for insurance payouts and fire-related expenses.
- Beware of scams: Verify all assistance offers, as fake FEMA claims are a risk.
- Search the name of the foundation on Give.org to ensure it is legitimate. No legitimate charity will ask for your online banking credentials or information.
- Don't give out personal information. Scammers will pretend to be legitimate charities and call, text, or email people. Don't give out your card information or click links sent to you — go directly to the charity's website to confirm.
- Know who you're dealing with. Scammers posing as contractors or FEMA workers will ask for phony payments. Verify everyone's credentials and know that FEMA doesn't charge fees.
- Don't rush into decisions. Be wary of anyone using high-pressure tactics such as limited-time deals or calling out of the blue. Take your time and research before deciding.
- Take it slow: Focus on small, manageable tasks each day. It’s okay to take your time with big decisions.
- Start documenting: If you haven’t already done so, make an inventory of lost belongings. Be detailed—it will help with insurance claims. If you are preparing for a potential wildfire, do this now.
- Network: Connect with others who are going through this process. Sharing experiences can save time and energy.
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