Together We Can Help: How to Aid Fire Relief
Do not drop-off unsolicited donations to shelters or organizations!
LAFD and LACFD need roads to remain clear and Angelenos to stay safe, so please do not self-deploy to impacted areas. The following are organizations that have specifically asked for help. We will continue to update this list with opportunities as government agencies and organizations make specific requests.
Ways To Help Right Now
Housing
With so many Angelenos under evacuation orders and first responders coming in from all over the country, this is a way to open your home if you are able. Click here to learn more about how you can host through Airbnb to offer free stays to people in times of crisis.
Baby essentials
The small nonprofit KAUSE has asked for donations of diapers, wipes, blankets, and socks for babies and children who are in shelters. Hours to drop off donations:
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Thursday 11am-3pm
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Friday 10am-2:30pm
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Location: 4902 W Slauson Ave, LA CA 90056
Meals for first responders
World Central Kitchen’s Relief Team is in Southern California to support first responders and families impacted by wildfires in the Los Angeles area. Their teams and partners have mobilized across the region to provide nourishing meals to people in need. Click here to sign up to volunteer or learn more.
Food and Supplies
Help people get connected to food and supplies via No Res Gourmet. There are 3 Ways You Can Volunteer – Help us cook, package, and distribute meals. Donate Funds – 100% of donations go directly to fire relief and are tax-deductible. Drop-Off Supplies – Bring essential food, prep items, and care supplies to our drop-off location. Click here for more details and lists of items needed.
Animal Support
Offer temporary foster care for dogs displaced by the fires. You can apply to temporarily house an affected dog by filling out an online form to assist the Canine Rescue Club, a network of caregivers who foster dogs awaiting their forever home.
PREPARE FOR A DISASTER
Read below to learn about best practices for planning an emergency response
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PREPARE AN EMERGENCY RESPONSE PLAN
When an emergency strikes, it is important to be prepared with the necessary information to take action. Most often, the first minutes after an emergency or disaster are the most crucial. A prompt warning for your employees on where to evacuate, information on shelters or lockdown zones as well as access to emergency go or stay boxes are vital to ensuring safety. Clearly marked emergency exits and routes and a clear plan on what to do in case of disaster can save lives. A call to emergency services with concise information, an employee trained in first aid and CPR, and an employee who understands the building's utilities and electrical system can make a huge difference in the event of an emergency. All of these factors and more are essential in preparing for and responding to a disaster.
To minimize damage and ensure safety, we encourage workplaces and households to create an Emergency Response Plan, which outlines the tools necessary in case of an emergency.
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BUILD A DISASTER PREPAREDNESS KIT
Disaster could strike at any moment, leaving little to no time to shop or pack. Thus, it is important to be prepared. An important step in being Disaster Ready is building a Disaster Preparedness Stay Box or Go Bag.
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In some disasters, it might be safer to stay home.
You may not have water to drink, to bathe, or to flush the toilet. You may not have electricity to keep your food cold, turn on a light or charge your phone.
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Pack a Stay Box to prepare in case you cannot leave your house.
A Stay Box should include at least 3 days worth of supplies (food, water, batteries) that are usable without water or electricity. If you have young children or pets, be sure to include diapers, baby formula, and pet food. If you already own a flashlight or a portable radio, keep it somewhere easily accessible. It could also be beneficial to keep a flashdrive of any important documents.
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Download a complete list of what to include in your Stay Box:
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PACK A GO BAG
In some cases when disaster strikes, the safest place might not be the home. Wildfires, floods and earthquakes could leave you on the move - therefore, it is valuable to have a Go Bag. A Go Bag should include important documents, cash, maps, and medications lists as well as general supplies such as water, food, a first aid kit, toiletries, flashlight, and a portable radio.
Download a complete list of what to include in your Go Bag:
Prepare Disaster Preparedness Kits to support Los Angeles communities:
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GET ALERTS
Stay Informed. State-wide Alerts. No Matter Where You Are.
Alerts can help save lives and keep you, your family, and your community safe!
Receive disaster related alerts based on your county by visiting CalAlerts.
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DO MORE
Become a Disaster Volunteer
Interested in a becoming a VISTA?
Interested in hosting a VISTA at your organization?