Updated 1/14/25
I am devasted by the wildfires that have ravaged the great Los Angeles Region. My heart goes out to all the residents, business, and first responders impacted by wildfires raging in Southern California. My office and I continue to monitor the ongoing situation and are ready to support the needs of AD 57 residents. Below is information and updates to help keep you safe and informed.
FIRE UPDATES
All active incidents can be viewed on CAL FIRE’s website: fire.ca.gov.
- The fire has grown to 13,690 acres with 3% containment.
- Some evacuation orders have been lifted. Please check: https://www.fire.ca.gov/incidents/2025/1/7/eaton-fire
- 4,000-5,000 structures have been damaged.
- There are over 1,500 personnel assigned to combating this fire, with additional units and crews on the way.
EVACUATION ORDERS & ALERTS
- Stay informed with real-time updates:
- L.A. County: AlertLA Emergency Alert System
- L.A. City: NotifyLA Emergency Alert System
- Glendale: Everbridge Emergency Alerts
- Updated Evacuation Maps
- Download the Watch Duty app to monitor active wildfires
EVACUATION CENTERS & SHELTERS
Find evacuation centers here:
SCHOOL CLOSURES
- Glendale Unified School District: Closed through January 10. Please check the GUSD’s Website for further updates.
- L.A. Unified School District: Closed through January 10. Please check the LAUSD website for further updates.
POWER OUTAGES & WATER ADVISORIES
- LADWP: Outage Updates
- Glendale Water & Power: Outage Map
ROAD CLOSURES & TRANSPORTATION
- View current road closures: LA County Road Closures
- View live CalTrans Traffic Alert/Map
- Lyft and Uber are providing free rides to individuals impacted by the California wildfires.
- Lyft Code: CARELIEF2025, for rides to and from designated relief sites.
- Uber Code: WILDFIRE25, for $40 of free rides.
FEDERAL EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY (FEMA) ASSISTANCE
- Individuals and business owners who sustained losses in the designated areas can begin applying for assistance by registering online at DisasterAssistance.gov, or by calling 1-800-621-3362 or by using the FEMA App.
LA COUNTY PROPERTY DAMAGE CLAIMS
- For assistance seeking help for property damage claims, contact the LA County Tax Assessor at Assessor - Disaster Relief or at (213) 974-3211.
INSURANCE CLAIMS & RECOVERY TIPS
- Document damage with photos or videos.
- Keep all receipts for expenses related to evacuation or temporary housing.
- Check out the Top 10 Tips for Wildfire Claimants.
- For personalized assistance, contact the California Department of Insurance Hotline at 800-927-4357.
SUPPORT FOR IMPACTED BUSINESSES
- The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is expected to have disaster loans available to homeowners, renters, and businesses of all sizes in areas covered by a disaster declaration. You can find more information here:
- Get support from the Los Angeles County Economic Development Corporation and find information on What To Do After a Disaster
CONSUMER PROTECTION & PRICE GOUGING
- If you see price gouging or if you've been the victim of it, we encourage you to file a report with the California Department of Justice at: ca.gov/report
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
- Call 2-1-1: Connects community members and community organizations looking for various types of health, human, and social services in Los Angeles County. You can also access emergency housing options.
- Air Quality Monitoring: Stay updated with South Coast AQMD.
- California Disaster Assistance: Financial aid and housing resources at Cal OES.
- Mental Health Support: A. County Department of Mental Health.
SAFETY TIPS
- How to Prepare and Evacuate Safely
- Have an emergency kit ready.
- Check on loved ones who may need assistance.
- Keep roads clear to allow emergency crews to work effectively.
For any questions or concerns, contact my office at (213) 744-2111. Spanish spoken.
