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Evacuation Shelters and Animal Shelters
Below is a list of evacuation shelters in the Southern California region available to those affected by the recent fires. As circumstances are evolving rapidly, please be sure to check each center’s website, social media, or contact them directly to confirm they’re still accepting individuals.
Evacuation Shelters:
• Arcadia Community Center
• 375 Campus Drive, Arcadia CA 91007
• El Camino Real Charter High School
• 5440 Valley Circle Blvd, Woodland Hills CA 91367
• Pasadena Convention Center
• 300 E. Green St., Pasadena CA 91101
• Pomona Fairplex
• 1101 W McKinley Ave, Pomona CA 91768
• Sepulveda Recreation Center
• 8825 Kester Avenue, Panorama City CA 91402
• Westwood Recreation Center
• 1350 S Sepulveda Blvd, Los Angeles CA 90025
Animal Shelters:
• 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
• Castaic Animal Care Center
• 31044 Charlie Canyon, Castaic
• Downey Animal Care Center
• 11258 Garfield Ave, Downey
• El Camino High School
• 5440 Valley Circle Blvd, Woodland Hills
• Lancaster Animal Care Center
• 5210 W Ave I, Lancaster
• Palmdale Animal Care Center
• 38550 Sierra Hwy, Palmdale
• Pasadena Humane Society
• 361 S Raymond Ave, Pasadena
Large Animal Shelters:
• Industry Hills Expo
• 16200 Temple Ave, City of Industry
• Lancaster Animal Care Center
• 5210 W Ave I, Lancaster
• Los Angeles Equestrian Center
• 480 W Riverside Dr, Burbank
• Pomona Fairplex
• 1101 W Mckinley Ave, Pomona
Do Not Drink Water Order: Eaton Fire Impacting Pasadena Water Supply
Due to potential contamination from debris and elevated turbidity caused by the Eaton Fire, the Pasadena Water and Power (PWP) system in evacuated areas may be compromised. Residents in these areas are advised to NOT DRINK TAP WATER until further notice. Failure to follow this advisory could result in illness.
Important:
• DO NOT DRINK OR COOK WITH TAP WATER in the evacuated areas. Use only bottled water for drinking, cooking, brushing teeth, washing dishes, making ice, and food preparation.
• This advisory also applies to pets and domestic animals.
• DO NOT attempt to treat the water yourself. Boiling, filtering, freezing, or adding disinfectants will not make the water safe.
The State Water Resources Control Board, Pasadena Public Health Department, and PWP are working to resolve the situation. A notice will be issued once water quality has been restored. The timeframe for resolution is uncertain, depending on the ongoing fire and environmental conditions.
For more information about water in the Eaton Fire area, please call PWP’s 24-Hour Emergency Line at 626-744-4138.
For inquiries regarding the water system in the Palisades Fire area, call 800-675-4357.
A map highlighting the impacted areas in grey (Photo Courtesy of the City of Pasadena)
Ways to Help:
Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation: LAFD Wildfire Emergency Funding Alert
Our local LAFD firefighters are on the front lines, working tirelessly to save lives and protect property during this wildfire. The LAFD Foundation is urgently seeking funding to equip these brave men and women with the essential tools and supplies they need to continue their critical work.
Your donation will help provide:
• Emergency Fire Shelters – These compact, life-saving shelters are deployed when firefighters are overtaken by flames. Designed to reflect radiant heat, protect against convective heat, and trap breathable air, they are a vital tool for ensuring firefighter safety in extreme conditions.
• Hydration Backpacks – Firefighters can be on the line for up to 12 hours at a time. These specialized backpacks carry three quarts of water and are crucial for keeping them hydrated and healthy during long hours in the field.
• Wildland Brush Tools – Clearing fire roads and creating firebreaks to slow the spread of flames is physically demanding work. These lightweight, durable tools are specifically designed to help crews clear brush, cut through tree limbs, and remove potential fuel sources to prevent the fire from advancing.
Donate directly to the LAFD Foundation here.
American Red Cross
Disaster teams from the American Red Cross are working to support wildfire victims by providing safe shelter, food, and emotional support. They rely on public donations to continue their work. You can assist those affected by the 2025 California Wildfires by calling 1-800-RED CROSS (800-733-2767), or texting “CAWILDFIRES” to 90999 to make a donation. You can also mail a check with “California Wildfires 2025” in the memo line or donate online: redcross.org.
Your contribution allows the Red Cross to prepare for, respond to, and support recovery efforts for those impacted by these devastating disasters.
LA Regional Food Bank
The Food Bank is accepting donations to support those impacted by the wildfires. You can contribute by making a financial or food donation at our two distribution centers: Locations:
• 1734 East 41st Street, Los Angeles, CA 90058
• 2300 Pellissier Place, Industry, CA 90601
Hours of Operation are: Monday to Friday: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday: 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
The Food Bank is also in need of volunteers. For more details, visit LAFoodBank.org/ volunteer. If you’d like to organize a food drive or have questions about donations, contact Camryn Gordon at cgordon@lafoodbank.org or visit their website here.
Items Needed by Our Community:
Non-food Items:
• Deodorant
• Toothpaste & Toothbrushes
• Lotion
• Waterless Shampoo
• Phone Chargers (Battery Pack)
• Socks & Mittens (Gloves)
• Hand Warmers
• Beanies
• Blankets
Food Items:
• Peanut Butter & Other Nut Butters
• Protein Snacks (Bars, Peanut Butter, Protein Cookies)
• Crackers (Peanut Butter, Cheeze, and Other)
• Trail Mix & Fruit Snacks
• Energy Bars
• Pop-top Tuna & Chicken
• 100% Juice Boxes
• Raisins & Other Dried Fruit
• UHT Milk
• Individual Cereal Boxes
• 16-20 oz Water
• Non-carbonated Drinks
Los Angeles Animal Services
While many evacuated residents escaped with their pets, a network of animal shelters are struggling to care for the hundreds of animals left behind. Los Angeles Animal Services is urgently seeking fosters and adopters to help relieve overcrowding in their shelters. By providing a temporary home or adopting a pet, you can free up space for displaced animals in need. Adoption fees have been waived through January 12th, so you can adopt a pet for free.
To foster or adopt, visit their website for more information.
Here are the six locations where you can visit to adopt or foster:
• Chesterfield Square: 1850 W. 60th St., Los Angeles, CA 90047
• East Valley: 14409 Vanowen St., Van Nuys, CA 91405
• Harbor: 957 N Gaffey St., San Pedro, CA 90731
• North Central: 3201 Lacy St., Los Angeles, CA 90031
• West LA: 11361 W Pico Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90064
• West Valley: 20655 Plummer St., Chatsworth, CA 91311
If you are in a position where you are unable to foster or adopt, you can donate online here : https://www.laanimalservices.com/donate-today#no-back or mail in a donation to:
ATTN: Ani Secours
221 N. Figueroa St., Suite 600
Mail Stop #105
Los Angeles, CA 90012
All donations are tax-deductible under IRS Code 170(c)(1) because LA Animal Services is a Department of a municipal government.
Airbnb
To assist residents displaced by the wildfires, Airbnb.org has partnered with 211 LA, which serves Los Angeles County, to provide free, temporary housing. Stays are fully covered for guests, funded by Airbnb.org and the generosity of Airbnb hosts—many of whom offer their homes for free or at a discounted rate through Airbnb.org. The initiative specifically supports residents who have lost their homes or been forced to evacuate in areas including Altadena, Malibu, Pacific Palisades, Pasadena, Santa Monica, and Sylmar. Impacted residents can request temporary housing assistance by filling out the intake form through 211 LA here.
If you’re interested in offering free or discounted stays to those impacted by the wildfires, visit Airbnb.org for details on how to sign up as a host. Airbnb waives all service fees for hosts and guests through Airbnb.org. Hosts who register will also receive damage protection and liability insurance through AirCover for each booking.
Additionally, you can support people affected by the Los Angeles Wildfires and other global crises by donating to Airbnb.org. 100% of your donation will go directly toward providing emergency housing for those in need.
FEMA Assistance Is Available For Residents Impacted By
LA County Wildfires
There are three ways to apply:
1. Online at DisasterAssistance.gov
If you have access to the internet and your electronic devices have power, applying online is easiest, fastest, and most convenient.
2. On the FEMA App for mobile devices
3. The FEMA Helpline at 1-800-621-3362
Calls are accepted every day from 4 a.m. to 10 p.m. PST. Help is available in most languages. If you use a relay service such as video relay, captioned telephone, or other service, give FEMA the number for that service.
U.S. Small Business Administration
SBA disaster assistance for homeowners, renters, nonprofits, and businesses of all sizes affected by the wildfires and straight-line winds in California. See if your county is eligible for an SBA disaster loan.
Types of available disaster loans
• Home Disaster Loans: Loans to homeowners or renters to repair or replace disasterdamaged real estate and personal property, including automobiles.
• Business Physical Disaster Loans: Loans to businesses to repair or replace disasterdamaged property owned by the business, including real estate, inventories, supplies, machinery and equipment. Businesses of any size are eligible. Private, non-profit organizations such as charities, churches, private universities, etc., are also eligible.
• Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDL): Working capital loans to help small businesses, small agricultural cooperatives, small businesses engaged in aquaculture, and most private, non-profit organizations of all sizes meet their ordinary and necessary financial obligations that cannot be met as a direct result of the disaster. These loans are intended to assist through the disaster recovery period.
Los Angeles County Department of Assessor’s Office
Property owners may be eligible for tax relief if their property is damaged or destroyed by a calamity, such as fire or flooding. To qualify, individuals must file an Application for Reassessment: Property Damaged or Destroyed by Misfortune or Calamity with the Assessor’s Office within 12 months from the date the property was damaged or destroyed. (213) 974-8658
Monday – Friday: 8:00am – 5:00pm Website link here for more information.
PG&E (Pacific Gas and Electric)
• Services: Assistance programs for impacted customers, including financial relief, bill deferments, and temporary power restoration.
• How to Access: Contact PG&E customer support or visit their website for specific wildfire-related services.
• Website: www.pge.com
State of California’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES)
• Services: Provides emergency relief, temporary housing, and coordinated state response to wildfire impacts.
• How to Access: Cal OES provides updates on resources and local emergency response.
• Website: www.caloes.ca.gov
Los Angeles County Library
• Take advantage of free Wi-Fi, public-use computers, and laptops.
• Pick up educational supplies for kids and teens.
• Explore our collection of books, materials, and online tools to assist with work, school assignments, or research.
• Charge phones and devices.
• Access water fountains and restrooms.
• Get help from library staff on where to locate forms and hotlines from the Los Angeles County Accessor and FEMA.
• Find a welcoming space to rest, reflect, and plan your next steps, or simply take a much needed mental health break.
We also encourage you to visit LACountyLibrary.org for updates on LA County’s wildfire response efforts and a curated list of emergency resources. Our website provides an updated directory of our library locations that are open and ready to welcome customers. Our Digital Library is available 24/7, offering access to eBooks, audiobooks, and other virtual resources.
Local Assistance & Disaster Resource Centers
To provide immediate support, Local Assistance & Disaster Resource Centers will open to the public on Tuesday, January 14, from 1:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Starting Wednesday, January 15, these centers will operate daily from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
Westside Location:
UCLA Research Park West
10850 West Pico Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90064
Eastside Location:
Pasadena City College Community Education Center 3035 E. Foothill Blvd. Pasadena, CA 91107
These Resource Centers will bring federal, state, and local officials together under one roof to offer vital services to residents impacted by the wildfires.
More Information On:
Assessor’s Disaster Response
The Los Angeles County Assessor’s Office is committed to supporting property owners during this difficult time. While a comprehensive damage assessment is underway, we are mobilizing resources to assist affected residents, including:
• On-the-Ground Support: Assessor staff will be present at the Local Assistance Centers to provide guidance and resources to property owners.
• Property Tax Relief: The County will process “Misfortune and Calamity” claims to provide property tax relief for damaged or destroyed properties.
“Misfortune and Calamity” Property Tax Relief
Property owners whose homes or businesses were damaged or destroyed by the wildfires may qualify for temporary property tax relief under the “Misfortune and Calamity” program.
Key Details:
• Eligibility: The damage must exceed $10,000 in current market value.
• Filing Deadline: Claims must be filed within 12 months of the date of the damage.
• Benefits: Approved claims may result in temporary property tax reductions, with values adjusted until repairs or rebuilding are completed.
For more information or to download the claim form (ADS-820), visit assessor.lacounty. gov/tax-relief/disaster-relief or call (213) 974-3211.
Assessor Office Updates
As of Monday, January 13, all in-person operations at Assessor offices have resumed. However, we encourage the public to use our website—assessor.lacounty.gov—to complete tasks online whenever possible.
It’s also recommended to request the United States Post Office to hold or reroute your mail. Please go here for more information.
e-Service Account Sign-Up
We encourage property owners to sign up for an Assessor e-Service Account on our website. With an e-Service Account, you can:
• Enroll in the Homeowner Alert Program, which sends email notifications within 48 hours of specific activities on your property records.
• Access the e-File Program to handle property-related filings conveniently.
Visit assessor.lacounty.gov or call (213) 974-3211 to learn more about filing a claim or to receive assistance.
Other Offers and Accommodations:
AT&T: The telecommunications company is providing unlimited data, talk, and text to customers in wildfire-affected areas through February 6. Visit their website for a list of valid zip codes.
Verizon: Verizon is waiving call, text, and data charges for customers in the hardest-hit areas and has deployed free Wi-Fi and charging stations at wildfire shelters. Stores with charging stations: Pasadena, Burbank, Topanga Village, Sherman Oaks, Thousand Oaks, Beverly Connection, Porter Ranch, Simi Valley, and Santa Monica.
Arcadia Community Center: Offering phone charging and Wi-Fi. Located at 375 Campus Dr., Arcadia.
Octavia’s Bookshelf: Free Wi-Fi and phone charging available. Located at 1353 N Hill Ave., Pasadena.
Queen Mary: The Queen Mary hotel in Long Beach is offering rooms to fire evacuees at a discounted rate of $189, which includes a breakfast buffet voucher for two guests. The reservation also waives pet and historical preservation fees.
Big Bear: The popular getaway destination has set up a collection of vacation homes and hotels to accommodate fire evacuees, providing a peaceful place for rest and recovery. For more information, visit LA County Fire Evacuee Lodging | Big Bear Lake, CA.
Visit Anaheim: Special hotel deals and assistance are available for those affected by the wildfires. For more details, check out the Fire Relief Offers in Anaheim.
YMCA: The YMCA is offering free childcare for children of first responders, essential workers, and families who have been displaced, evacuated, or experienced loss. Limited spaces are available. To find your nearest location, visit ymcala.org/locations.
Los Angeles Regional Food Bank: This organization is collaborating with over 600 partner agencies to assess and address the needs of communities affected by the Southern California wildfires.
For food assistance in Los Angeles County, visit here to locate your nearest pantry.
Tatsu Ramen: Offering free takeout orders of plant-based Hippie Bowls to first responders and evacuees. Located at 319-9 S Arroyo Parkway, Pasadena, open from noon to 3 p.m.
Yeastie Boys Bagel Truck: Providing free bagels to evacuees and first responders outside the Pasadena Convention Center. Located at 300 E Green St., Pasadena.
World Central Kitchen: Serving free meals to evacuees and first responders at the Pasadena Convention Center. Located at 300 E Green St., Pasadena.
TIPS ON CLEAN UP:
The Pasadena Public Health Department is advising the community to take steps to reduce exposure to Eaton Fire ash, especially as some evacuation orders are lifted and residents return to their homes. Ash exposure can cause eye, nose, and skin irritation, and may lead to coughing, asthma attacks, difficulty breathing, and other health issues.
PREVENT ASH EXPOSURE
• Immediate Cleanup: If ash comes into contact with your skin, eyes, or mouth, wash it off right away.
• Vulnerable Groups: People with heart or lung conditions (e.g., asthma), older adults, children, and pregnant individuals should take extra precautions around ash.
• Children & Pets: Keep children away while cleaning ash, and do not allow them to play in it. Clean ash off toys before use. Keep pets away from ash and clean them off as well.
• Protective Clothing: Wear gloves, long-sleeved shirts, long pants, socks, shoes, and goggles to minimize skin and eye contact. Wet ash can cause chemical burns or irritation, so change your clothes and shoes before leaving the cleanup area to avoid spreading ash elsewhere.
• Respirators: Use a tight-fitting respirator that filters ash particles. Choose a respirator with “NIOSH” and either “N95” or “P100” labeling. These are available online, at many hardware stores, and pharmacies.
• Fit and Use: Make sure the respirator fits snugly over your nose and mouth. Surgical masks and one-strap dust masks are not effective for protecting your lungs.
• Medical Advice: If you have heart or lung disease, consult your doctor before wearing a respirator or working around ash.
ASH CLEANUP
• Wear Protective Gear: Always wear a respirator, gloves, long-sleeved clothing, long pants, shoes, socks, and goggles while cleaning up ash.
• Minimize Dust: Avoid actions that stir or sift ash into the air. If possible, limit activities that kick up ash particles.
• Vacuuming: Use a high-efficiency particulate air (HEPA) vacuum to clean up dusty areas. Avoid using household or shop vacuums, as they can release dust back into the air.
• Avoid Leaf Blowers: Do not use leaf blowers or other tools that will disperse ash into the air.
• Wet Ash: Before sweeping, lightly mist the ash with water to minimize dust. Use a damp cloth or wet mop to clean lightly dusted areas. For heavily dusted areas, sweep after misting and then wet mop afterward. Avoid dry sweeping.
• Change Clothes: When leaving the cleanup site, change your shoes and clothing to avoid carrying ash with you.
ASH DISPOSAL
• Trash Disposal: Place collected ash in regular trash bags or containers to prevent it from becoming airborne.
• Avoid Storm Drains: Do not wash ash into storm drains.
• Hazardous Materials: If you suspect the ash contains hazardous materials such as asbestos, contact local hazardous waste authorities for proper disposal.
HAZARDOUS STRUCTURAL DEBRIS
Fire-damaged structures pose serious risks. Unstable parts of buildings, including chimneys, walls, and overhangs, are particularly dangerous. Debris and ash may contain harmful substances such as lead, asbestos, arsenic, PAHs (polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons), and dioxins. Stay clear of unstable structures and fire debris. The Planning & Community Development Department’s Building & Safety Division is continuing to assess structures city-wide for damage. If you need a structural assessment for damages related to the fire or tree failures, please contact Building & Safety at (626) 744-4200 or email BuildingRecovery@cityofpasadena.net.