Wildfire Resource + Evacuation for SoCal Fires – No Paywall or Ads

• Step 1: Find temporary housing. Contact the American Red Cross (redcross.org) for shelter locations.
• Step 2: File a claim with your homeowners’ or renters’ insurance company.
• Step 3: Reach out to FEMA for assistance by visiting disasterassistance.gov.

Use the LA County Emergency Shelter Map or contact local community centers like:
• Pasadena Convention Center Shelter
• Westwood Recreation Center Shelter in Los Angeles

Visit distribution hubs such as:
• Hollywood Food Coalition (Los Angeles)
• South LA Cafe (Crenshaw)
• 7th Street Collective (Long Beach)

Local food banks like LA Regional Food Bank (lafoodbank.org) are also available.

Call 211 for immediate shelter referrals.

Temporary shelters for pets include:
• Pasadena Humane Society
• Burbank Animal Care Center
For large animals like horses, contact:
• LA Equestrian Center (Burbank)
• Pierce College Equestrian Center (Woodland Hills)

• Apply for FEMA disaster assistance at disasterassistance.gov or call 1-800-621-3362.
• The Salvation Army and United Way of Greater LA provide financial aid for fire victims.
• Some local charities, like California Community Foundation Wildfire Relief Fund, may offer additional grants.

• Access free counseling for families through 211 LA County (211la.org).
• Contact local schools for mental health resources; many offer crisis intervention services.

• Visit Disaster Legal Aid (disasterlegalaid.org) for free legal support.
• Contact Bet Tzedek Legal Services in Los Angeles for assistance with insurance claims and recovery efforts.

• Visit a Community Health Center or call 211 for emergency medical care referrals.
• Pharmacies like CVS or Walgreens may provide prescription refills in emergencies; contact them directly.

• Sign up for LA County alerts at Alert LA County.
• Monitor updates from Cal Fire (fire.ca.gov) and local news stations.

• Apply for FEMA Individual Assistance for uninsured damages.
• Reach out to the California Department of Housing and Community Development for low-income housing grants.

• Clear vegetation and debris from around your home to create a defensible space.
• Install fire-resistant materials on your roof and siding.
• Have an emergency plan and a packed “go-bag” ready at all times.

• Birth certificates: Contact the California Department of Public Health.
• Social Security cards: Visit your nearest Social Security Office or ssa.gov.
• Property deeds: Contact your county assessor’s office.

• Contact LA Metro for emergency transit updates.
• Use services like Uber or Lyft, which often offer discounts during disasters.

Register with organizations like the American Red Cross, United Way, or California Volunteers (californiavolunteers.ca.gov).

• Yes, organizations like CHIRLA (chirla.org) and UndocuFund provide support to undocumented fire victims.
• Emergency services and shelters do not require proof of citizenship.

• Public libraries, community centers, and shelters often have free charging stations.
Specific locations include:
• Arcadia Public Library
• Vintage Church (Santa Monica)

• Wear proper protective gear, such as N95 masks, gloves, and goggles.
• Contact a licensed contractor for hazardous material removal, especially for ash and debris.

• File an insurance claim if you have comprehensive coverage.
• FEMA may provide transportation assistance in some cases; apply at disasterassistance.gov.