2025 Los Angeles Fires
Help and info for people affected by the wildfires
Top needs
Upcoming deadlines
March 10, 2025
Apply for FEMA Individual Assistance
March 10, 2025
Apply for an SBA business loan
March 12, 2025
Apply for LA Region Small Business Relief Fund
March 31, 2025
Opt in for free debris removal
What you can do
Get help online
We can help you with food, expenses, shelter, and more.
Get help in person
Disaster Recovery Centers are open in Altadena and UCLA Research Park West.
See real-time info
Find fire maps, air quality information, and road closure maps.
Start your recovery
Learn when you can return home and how to start recovering.
Help your business
Businesses affected by the fires can get tax relief and extensions.
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Give time or money to help people affected by the fires.
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State updates
Governor Newsom announces statewide plan for economic growth, $245 million for more jobs — with additional investment for LA’s recovery
February 26, 2025
Los Angeles wildfire hazardous debris cleanup reaches substantial completion in record time
February 25, 2025
California to launch first-in-the-nation digital democracy effort to improve public engagement
February 23, 2025
Governor Newsom proposes $125 million in mortgage relief to benefit victims of recent natural disasters
February 19, 2025
Rebuild - faster
Governor Newsom suspended permit and review requirements under 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 Governor signed legislation providing $2.5 billion in immediate disaster relief. This supports response and recovery efforts.
See all the Governor’s actions in response to the fires.
Major Disaster Declaration
On January 8, California got a Major Disaster Declaration for 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.