Greater Los Angeles Wildfires
Current Wildfire Information
Updated: January 12, 2025, at 8:30pm
Our hearts go out to everyone affected by the devastating wildfires across Greater Los Angeles. We understand the fear and uncertainty these situations bring, and 211 LA is here to connect you with vital resources to help keep you and your loved ones safe. Below are the latest updates on the fires, evacuation orders, shelters, and other essential services.
🚨 In Emotional Distress? Click here for Mental Health Support Resources or call the Disaster Distress Hotline at 800-985-5990
Palisades Fire
- Size: 23,713 acres
- Containment: 13%
- Latest Updates
Eaton Canyon Fire
- Size: 14,117 acres
- Containment: 27%
- Latest Updates
Hurst Fire (Sylmar)
- Size: 799 acres
- Containment: 89%
- Latest Updates
Sunset Fire
- Size: 43 acres
- Containment: 100%
Archer Fire (Granada Hills)
- Size: 19 acres
- Containment: 100%
- All evacuation warnings have been lifted.
Kenneth Fire (West Hills)
- Size: 1,052 acres
- Containment: 100%
- Visit CalFire for updates
Lidia Fire
- Size: 395 acres
- Containment: 100%
- Visit CalFire for updates
Evacuation Orders
🚨 Evacuation Map: View Updated Evacuation Zones
CURFEW
As of January 9th, a curfew from 6:00pm to 6:00am is imposed in any "Evacuation Order Zone" or any "Evacuation Warning Zone"
The order shall not apply to residents living within an evacuation warning zone, who are traveling to or from their places of residence.
For immediate assistance or additional support, dial 2-1-1. Please take all evacuation orders seriously, follow local guidance, and stay safe during this challenging time. 211 LA is here to support you every step of the way.
Evacuation Centers
Westwood Recreation Center
1350 S Sepulveda Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90025
Accepts small animals.
Pomona Fairplex
1101 W McKinley Ave, Pomona 90025
Accepts small & large animals.
Visit Individual fire pages below for local lists of additional human/animal shelters and additional resources:
Road Closures & Transportation
https://pw.lacounty.gov/roadclosures/
LyftUp Disaster Response Program
Uber Disaster Response Program
SCHOOL CLOSURES
See the Los Angeles County Office of Education for a list of all LA County School Districts reporting closures.
- LAUSD Fire and Wind Related School Closures
- Pasadena Unified School District (closed through Jan. 17)
- Citizens of the World Charter Schools Los Angeles
- Fenton Charter Public Schools
- La Canada Unified School District (closed until Jan. 14)
- Santa Monica/Malibu Unified School District (Malibu schools will be closed Jan. 13, Santa Monica Schools TBD)
- Los Angeles Community College District
- Santa Monica College
- UCLA
Power Outage Information & Water Alerts
- LADWP Outage Map & Reporting
- SoCal Edison Outage Map & Reporting
- SoCal Gas Shut Off Information
- Lincoln Avenue Water Company (Altadena)
- Crescenta Valley Water District
- Las Flores Water Company
- Rubio Canon Land and Water
- Pasadena Unsafe Water Alert
- LADWP Unsafe Water - Pacific Palisades
- Unincorporated Areas Public Works Hazard Reporting
- Water for LA - Comprehensive List of all Water Districts and Safety Notices
Government Closures
- LA County Library closed locations: Malibu, and Topanga libraries
- Parks and Recreation closed locations are listed at https://parks.lacounty.gov/
- Angeles Forest: The entire Angeles National Forest is temporarily closed January 8th through January 15th.
Food Resources
- Los Angeles Regional Food Bank
- Food and Nutrition for Older Adults
- LA County Aging and Disabilities Dept. Disaster Food Pantry Sites
- LAUSD Student Meal Distribution
- World Central Kitchen
CHILDCARE RESOURCES
All YMCA locations are offering free childchare for children of first responders, essential workers and children of families who were displaced, evacuated, or lost property, or cannot attend school because their school has temporarily closed. Children must be at least 4 years and 9 months and must be in grades TK through 8th. Space is limited; visit YMCA Childcare for information and to register.
Airbnb.org Support for Those Affected by Wildfires
Airbnb.org, in collaboration with 211 LA, is offering free temporary housing for residents displaced or forced to evacuate due to the devastating wildfires in Los Angeles County.
Please note due to the high volume of requests for Airbnb.org emergency housing support, wait times for a response will be long. We are working as quickly as we can to respond.
Important Details:
- A limited number of credits are available for Airbnb stays.
- Complete the form below to receive notifications on availability.
- Evacuation zones will be verified before distributing credits.
- Spaces are limited, and completing the form does not guarantee a stay.
Eligibility Requirements:
- You must have been displaced from your physical home due to the recent fires.
- You must currently reside in an evacuation zone.
- You must have an active Airbnb account or be able to create one.
- You must be 18 years of age or older.
Additional Support for Those Affected by Wildfires
Los Angeles County Recovers
The Los Angeles County Recovers page offers guidance on how FEMA and Los Angeles County departments can assist residents and businesses impacted by LA County wildfires.
FEMA:
LA County Library will host FEMA staff at the locations below to allow residents affected by the wildfires to submit applications for disaster relief. They will be open Sunday, January 12 through Monday, January 13, from 9:00 am-5:00 pm.
La Crescenta Library - 2809 Foothill Blvd, La Crescenta, CA 91214
La Cañada Flintridge Library - 4545 N Oakwood Ave, La Canada Flintridge, CA 91011
West Hollywood Library - 625 N San Vicente Blvd, West Hollywood, CA 90069
San Fernando Library - 217 N Maclay Ave, San Fernando, CA 91340
Live Oak Library - 22 W Live Oak Ave, Arcadia, CA 91007
Temple City Library - 5939 Golden West Ave., Temple City, CA 91780
San Gabriel Library - 500 S Del Mar Ave, San Gabriel, CA 91776
Open January 12 from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM, Monday, January 13 from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM:
- Alhambra Civic Center Library 101 S 1st St, Alhambra, CA 91801
- FEMA Survivor's Road to Recovery Checklist
- FEMA has declared a disaster for California Wildfires and Straight-Line Winds. Visit the California Region 9 page for updates including when disaster recovery centers (DRC) are opened. Start an application for disaster assistance at disasterassistance.gov
Support for Workers and Businesses
Visit the links below for services provided by the LA County Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO)
- Visit the LA County Emergency Resources for Workers and Businesses page
- Counseling: Office of Small Business Concierge Counseling
- Worker Support for employees experiencing disaster related job disruptions.
- Virtual Events for Small Businesses and Nonprofits are being offered by the Valley Economic Alliance
- Employment Services continue to be offered by LA County America's Job Centers of California (AJCC)
Additional information is linked below.
- Local Assistance Centers (LAC): (Coming Soon) Check LA County Emergency and this page for updates on when local assistance centers open offering support with damage claims and other recovery resources.
- Temporary Shelter & Lodging: Please visit Hotel Association of Los Angeles for up-to-date information on hotels providing shelter and supplies
- California Department of Insurance:
- Register for Pasadena & Santa Monica Insurance Support Workshops by calling 800-927-4357
- See the Top Ten Tips for Wildfire Claimants
- follow the website’s 2025 Press Release page.
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Residents directly impacted by fires can request property and vital records free of charge to help with recovery efforts. Call 800-201-8999 and select option 1, followed by option 2. Or email recorder@rrcc.lacounty.gov
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- Avoiding Scams: The LA County Department of Consumer and Business Affairs offers Protection Tips to avoid scams after a disaster.
- Property Tax Relief: Visit the LA County Assessor’s Office for details.
- Small Business Administration: Disaster Loans
- U.S. Mail: Relocated Services List and Mail Forwarding
Family Source Centers
Centers are open and available to assist families with necessities and community resources. There are no income eligibility requirements. Services include access to public benefits, groceries, diapers, clothing, and referrals to local resources. See Locations here.
Wildfire Recovery Information
Finding Missing Loved Ones
Wildfire Family Assistance Centers for those seeking information about loved ones are currently closed. For more information on reconnecting with loved ones, call (800) 675-5799 or visit: Finding Friends & Family
Health & Air Quality Information
- Public Health Fire Safety & Health Information
- Air Quality Map
- South Coast Air Quality Management District Website
Donations & Volunteers
City of Los Angeles Donations:
The Los Angeles Fire Department has joined local city councils to partner with community organizations to accept in-kind, material donations. Please do not drop off donations at fire stations or shelters as it impacts the critical operations of these frontline responders.
Non-perishable, individually wrapped items and other essential goods to benefit those impacted by the wildfires are being accepted at the following drop-off locations:
North Valley Caring Services Food Pantry (in partnership with Council District 7)
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15453 Rayen St., North Hills, CA 91343
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M-Th-8:30am-4pm Friday 12pm-2pm No weekend delivery
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Point of Contact: Alycia Monroy (818) 891-0481
It's Bigger Than Us (in partnership with Council District 8)
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4308 Crenshaw Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90008
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Mon-Fri 8AM-4PM Sat-Sun 9-4PM
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Point of Contact: Julio Torres (310) 568-8772
Council District 11 Office
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7166 W. Manchester Ave., Westchester, CA 90045
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Mon-Fri 9AM-5PM Sat-Sun 12-4PM
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Point of Contact: Julio Torres (310) 568-8772
Additional Opportunities:
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Emergency Network Los Angeles (monetary and limited in-kind donations)
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American Red Cross (monetary donations)
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Los Angeles Regional Food Bank (monetary donations)
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Union Station Homeless Services (monetary and in-kind donations)
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California Fire Foundation (monetary donations)
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Koreatown YMCA Center for Community Well Being (in-kind donations - email RaeJin@ymcala.org)
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Westchester YMCA (in-kind donations - email DawnEverard@ymcala.org)
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Pasadena Humane Society (monetary donations)
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California Community Foundation Wildfire Recovery Fund (monetary donations)
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All Power Books (monetary and in-kind donations)
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Irwindale Recreation Dept Rockabilities (in-kind donations)
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Santa Anita Park (in-kind donations)
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Pasadena Community Foundation (monetary donations)
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YMCA Metropolitan Los Angeles* (monetary and in-kind donations) *For large quantity donations, contact InKindDonations@ymcaLA.org
Volunteers: LAFD and LACFD need roads to remain clear and Angelenos to stay safe, so please do not self-deploy to impacted areas. Visit L.A. Works to sign up for alerts to volunteer as needs are announced.
Price Gouging Information & Reporting
Mental Health Resources
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SAMHSA Disaster Distress Helpline 800-985-5990
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CalHOPE Warmline 833-317-4673
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Crisis Text Line by texting LA to 741741
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iPrevail app connects to 24/7 on-demand support
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Mental Health and Stress After An Emergency (LACDMH / DPH)
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Additional DMH Disaster Mental Health Resources