Disaster Preparedness Information
Provider: DISASTER 2025 PALISADES FIRE
Updated: 2/12/25 8:00am
PALISADES FIRE
Size: 23,448 acres
Containment: 100%
UPDATE ALERTS & GENERAL INFORMATION
Follow the links below for the latest updates.
EMERGENCY ORDER
There is currently a declaration of local emergency order in place:
- Allows impacted schools to operate within non-residential zones in Santa Monica temporarily
- Suspends preferential parking rules and enforcement for residents, providing accommodations for those displaced by the Palisades Fire
- Prohibits price gouging for emergency and recovery goods and services
- Restricts evictions of residential tenants who provide accommodation to those displaced by evacuation orders, including their pets
- Prohibits construction activities in evacuation areas and allows for extended time to complete the work .
Visit First Supplement to Proclamation Local Emergency Order for additional information about the emergency order, curfew, and other measures.
FINDING FRIENDS & FAMILY
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
Visit the map link below for updated orders for the Palisades Fire:
https://lafd.org/news/palisades-fire-0
LA City Fire Department Map https://lafd.maps.arcgis.com/apps/Media/index.html?appid=ba8cfed4b4a04d49b7489eb8300727a8
PALISADES REPOPULATION INFORMATION
Pacific Palisades' residents and authorized contractors seeking to return to affected neighborhoods must obtain an access pass at the UCLA Disaster Recovery Center parking structure or the West LA Civic Center. Passes can be obtained daily from 10 AM to 5 PM at both locations.
- UCLA Disaster Recovery Center Parking Structure - 10850 Pico Blvd, Los Angeles, 90064
- West LA Civic Center - 1645 Corinth Ave, 2nd Floor, Los Angeles, 90025
ADDRESS VERIFICATION REQUIREMENT: When approaching the roadblock, residents must provide proof of residency. Acceptable forms of identification are a photo ID that displays the resident’s name, photo, and physical address. Please have these documents ready to ensure a smooth verification process.
CONTRACTOR ACCESS INFORMATION:
Contractors will be allowed in the fire area to conduct assessment work. Contractors will be required to provide identification and proof that they have been hired by specific residents within the impacted areas.
EVACUATION SHELTERS
- Westwood Recreation Center, 1350 S. Sepulveda Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90025
- Pamela Park Gymnasium, 2236 Goodall Avenue. Duarte, CA 91010
ANIMAL EVACUATION SHELTERS
Small Animals:
- Agoura Animal Care Center, 29525 Agoura Rd, Agoura Hills
- Baldwin Park Animal Care Center, 4275 Elton St, Baldwin Park
- Carson Animal Care Center, 216 W Victoria St, Gardena
- Downey Animal Care Center, 11258 Garfield Ave, Downey
- Lancaster Animal Care Center, 5210 W Ave I, Lancaster
- Palmdale Animal Care Center, 38550 Sierra Hwy, Palmdale
Large Animals:
- Industry Hills Expo, 16200 Temple Ave, City of Industry
MISSING ANIMALS:
- In LA City, call LA Animal Services at (213) 270-8155 (this is a recorded line that accepts messages)
- In unincorporated county areas, call LA County Animal Care and Control at (562) 940-6898
ROAD CLOSURES
Caltrans announced that Pacific Coast Highway will be closed beginning Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at 3:00 p.m until further notice. due to an increased chance of mud and debris flow in recent burn areas. The closure is from Chautauqua Blvd. in Los Angeles to Carbon Beach Terrace in Malibu.
Please use the links for a updated information and map of road closures:
https://pw.lacounty.gov/roadclosures/
LyftUp Disaster Response Program
Uber Disaster Response Program
FLOOD AND MUDSLIDE PREPAREDNESS
Los Angeles County residents are urged to prepare for potential flooding, mudslides and debris run-off.
Private property owners who remain under evacuation orders and need help preparing for the storm can call LA County Public Works to schedule individual engineering support to assess a property, at (800) 675-4357.
LA County Public Works provides an online Homeowner's Guide for Flood, Debris and Erosion Control.
Sandbag Distribution Sites:
Pre-filled and empty sandbags:
La Costa Post Office Parking Lot 20229 Pacific Coast Highway
Self-serve bags and sand:
Fire Station 70 - 3970 Carbon Canyon Rd. at Pacific Coast Highway
Empty bags only:
Fire Station 71 - 28722 Pacific Coast Highway at Zumirez Dr.
Fire Station 72 - 1832 Decker Canyon Rd.
Fire Station 88 - 23720 Malibu Rd.
Fire Station 99 - 32550 Pacific Coast Highway at Encinal Canyon Rd.
Additional Sandbag Information:
LA County Public Works Sandbags Dashboard
LA Fire Department Station Locator
Additional rain safety information is available at ready.lacounty.gov/rain
POWER OUTAGE INFORMATION & WATER ALERTS
LA Department of Water and Power: DWP has issued a DO-NOT-DRINK water notification alert as of Friday, January 10, 2025.
Residents in Pacific Palisades zip code 90272 and adjacent communities in the LADWP service area north of San Vicente Blvd.
Bottled water should be used for all drinking (including baby formula and juice), brushing teeth, washing dishes, making ice and food preparation until further notice. This also applies to pets and domestic animals. Additionally, do not try to treat the water yourself. Boiling, freezing, filtering, adding chlorine or other disinfectants, or letting water stand will not make the water safe to drink.
LADWP will be distributing bottled water to affected customers at the following distribution locations from 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. until further notice:
- Veteran’s Barrington Park, 300 S. Barrington, Los Angeles, CA 90049
- Palisades Branch Library, 861 Alma Dr. Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
SoCal Edison Outage Map & Reporting
SoCal Gas Shut Off Information
LADWP Boil Water Notice - Pacific Palisades
Unincorporated Areas Public Works Hazard Reporting
Water for LA - Comprehensive List of all Water Districts and Safety Notices
US MAIL SERVICE INFORMATION FOR AFFECTED AREAS
Several USPS locations within the areas affected by fires have relocated their retail and delivery operations. Residents in these affected areas can pick up their mail at the new locations or submit an Official Mail Forwarding Change of Address Order to reroute their mail.
A list of USPS relocation sites with effective dates is available here.
SCHOOL CLOSURES
See the Los Angeles County Office of Education for a list of all LA County School Districts reporting closures.
CHILDCARE RESOURCES
All YMCA locations are offering free childcare 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.
GOVERNMENT DEPARTMENT CLOSURES
- Parks and Recreation closed locations are listed at https://parks.lacounty.gov/
Please see the following tips for avoiding Frauds and Scams:
DCBA:
FEMA
CA Department of Insurance:
- Public Adjuster Scams & Tips (English) (Spanish)
- Public Adjuster License Verification 800-967-9331
FTC Charity Guide
FAMILY SOURCE CENTERS
City of Los Angeles Community Investment for Families (CIFD) Family Source Emergency Assistance Centers are open and available to support families in the surrounding communities with emergency assistance, including those impacted by the California wildfires. These centers are open and available to assist families with necessities and community resources, there are no income eligibility requirements.
Services Offered:
- Access to Public Benefits
- Groceries
- Diapers
- Clothing
- House Navigation
- Information and Referrals to Community Resources
Family Source Center locations are listed at: https://communityinvestment.lacity.gov/familysource-centers
PET FOOD & INFORMATION
Petco is offering a free locator service to families whose pets are missing as a result of the fires. If you have lost or found a pet, sign up online for Petco Love Lost.
Emergency mobile clinic effort to provide free veterinary care to impacted pets displaced by the LA wildfires. To book an appointment call (310)574-5555.
- February 6 & 18; 8:00am to 2:30pm - North Central Animal Shelter, 3201 Lacy St. Los Angeles 90031
- February 11 & 27; 8:00amt to 2:30pm - South LA Animal Shelter, 1850 W 60th St. Los Angeles, 90047
- February 20; 8:00am to 2:30pm - Montebello Park, 1401 W. Whittier Blvd. Montebello, 90640
HEALTH & AIR QUALITY INFORMATION
Public Health Fire Safety & Health Information
South Coast Air Quality Management District Website
HOUSING & SHELTER INFORMATION
Hosting Free Airbnb Stays:
Visit Airbnb's "How to Host" page if you would like to provide people a temporary place to stay during the wildfire disaster.
Landlord Short-Term Rental Registration:
Santa Monica Housing
- Santa Monica has suspended enforcement laws prohibiting short-term rentals and leases of less than one year to allow people displaced by the recent regional fires to find temporary places to stay.
- Short-term rental hosts and landlords are encouraged to state in their listings if they are offering accommodations for people displaced by fires and complete the simple registration form online at https://forms.office.com/g/YEd6bgbXEc
Business Contracts:
211LA does currently offer a path for businesses to offer goods and services in response to the wildfires. In addition to reaching out to the City Hall in the area you would like to contract with, you may check the LA County Department of Internal Services page for information about becoming a vendor.
MENTAL HEALTH RESOURCES
- SAMHSA Disaster Distress Helpline 800-985-5990
- CalHOPE Warmline 833-317-4673
- Crisis Text Line by texting LA to 741741
- iPrevail app connects to 24/7 on-demand support
- Mental Health and Stress After An Emergency (LACDMH / DPH)
- Additional DMH Disaster Mental Health Resources
- PBS: How to Talk to Kids About Wildfires
LOOKING FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION?
See the links below for Recovery Information and Wildfire Updates