2025 Los Angeles Fires
Help and info for people affected by the wildfires
Top needs
Upcoming deadlines
March 31, 2025
Apply forFEMA Individual Assistance
March 31, 2025
Apply for anSBA business loan
March 12, 2025
Apply forLA Region Small Business Relief Fund
March 31, 2025
Opt in forfree debris removal
What you can do
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We can help you with food, expenses, shelter, and more.
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Disaster Recovery Centers are open in Altadena and UCLA Research Park West.
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Find fire maps, air quality information, and road closure maps.
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Learn when you can return home and how to start recovering.
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Businesses affected by the fires can get tax relief and extensions.
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State updates
Governor Newsom announces deadline extension to apply for federal assistance for Los Angeles fires
March 8, 2025
Governor Newsom extends protections for LA firestorm survivors
March 7, 2025
What they’re saying: Governor Newsom’s state of emergency to fast-track wildfire prevention projects
March 6, 2025
With rain incoming, California takes action to protect fire-impacted communities in Los Angeles County
March 5, 2025
Rebuild - faster
Governor Newsomsuspended permit and review requirementsunder the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the California Coastal Act. This allows victims of the recent fires to restore their homes and businesses faster.
The Governorsigned legislationproviding $2.5 billion in immediate disaster relief. This supports response and recovery efforts.
See all theGovernor’s actions in response to the fires.
Major Disaster Declaration
On January 8, California got aMajor Disaster Declarationfor the California wildfires. This lets federal agencies give aid and resources for recovery in the affected areas.
Through this declaration from President Biden, California gets assistance for:
- individuals,
- the public, and
- small businesses.