2025 Los Angeles Fires
Help and info for people affected by the wildfires
Find help available to you
Track LA’s progress
Top needs
Deadlines
March 31, 2025
To apply for FEMA Individual Assistance
March 31, 2025
To apply for an SBA business loan
April 15, 2025
To 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.
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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
Federal government approves California’s request to expand LA fire debris removal program
March 28, 2025
California urges FEMA to add businesses, non-profits, and multi-family structures to LA fire debris cleanup
March 28, 2025
Governor Newsom signs executive order to build Los Angeles back faster, prevent future fires
March 27, 2025
Assistance continues to flow to families and businesses as federal aid for LA fires tops $2 billion
March 26, 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.