January 9, 2025 (Los Angeles, CA) – Our hearts go out to those impacted by the fires across Los Angeles, and to our school communities and families. We know the devastating impact this situation has had on our families, friends, schools, and communities. ETM-LA continues to monitor ongoing developments across Los Angeles County. Listed below are safety, recovery, and mental health resources to support those who have been affected. In moments like these, we are reminded of the strength and resilience of our community. Together, we will rise and emerge through this challenging time.

We are grateful to the firefighters and first responders, and to each of you for your unwavering love and care. We will continue to update this page and support relief and recovery efforts. Please stay safe, informed, and connected.

ETM-LA is collecting specific instruments and classroom supplies. Click here to donate an instrument or supplies. If you or someone you know was directly impacted by the wildfires and sustained a loss of instruments or classroom supplies, please reach out to care@etmla.org.

 

Mental Health Support

The Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health has compiled a comprehensive list of resources to support individuals affected by the fires. More information can be found here.

• The Mental Health Impact of Wildfires (American Psychiatric Association)
• Helping Children After a Wildfire: Tips for Caregivers & Teachers (National Association of School Psychologists, 2023)

School & Community/Childcare Updates

• Boys and Girls Club
• LA County Office of Education
• YMCA: For childcare, emergency resources, and essential services
• LA County Parks & Recs: Care Camp
• Los Angeles Regional Food Bank: Food assistance
• Los Angeles Unified School District

Safety & Health Resources

• Evacuation Guide
• Evacuation Centers (Source: 211LA)
  
• L.A. County real-time emergency updates and evacuation instructions
• Los Angeles Fire Dept. Fire Zone Map
• Los Angeles County Dept. of Public Health – Response to Air Quality

Donation & Additional Resources

• Entertainment Community Fund
• California Community Foundation Wildfire Recovery Fund supports long-term solutions for communities affected by wildfires in Los Angeles County. 
• Apply for FEMA Assistance: recovery.lacounty.gov/resources
• LA Fire Relief Fund: www.cciarts.org (support for artists and arts workers)
• Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation (LAFD) provides critical equipment and funds to support firefighters during emergencies. 
• MusiCares (https://www.musicares.org/get-help)
• Media Musicians United

Reconnect with Loved Ones

If you’re trying to locate a missing loved one due to the fires, the Red Cross can assist. Contact them at 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) and be prepared to provide as much information as possible to help in locating your loved one.

Find a Shelter

If you or someone you know needs a safe place to stay, the Red Cross operates shelters across the region. Visit redcross.org, use the free Red Cross Emergency app, or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767). Red Cross shelters are open to everyone, regardless of race, ethnicity, age, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, ability, or citizenship status. Disaster assistance is free, and shelters do not require identification to enter—just your name and prior residence location.

Evacuation Centers

Local evacuation centers:

• Ritchie Valens Recreation Center – 10736 Laurel Canyon Blvd, Pacoima
• El Camino Real Charter High School: 5440 Valley Circle Blvd., Woodland Hills
• Westwood Recreation Center: 1350 S. Sepulveda Blvd., Westwood (accepts small animals)
• Pasadena Convention Center: 300 E Green St., Pasadena
• Pierce College: 6201 Winnetka Ave., Woodland Hills (accepts large animals)

Evacuation Warnings & Fire Maps

• Watch Duty App (Real-Time Updates)
• Genasys.com
  
• Sign Up for Alert.lacounty.gov (Emergency Notifications)
  
• National Weather Service

The Five P’s of Evacuation

People: Include a plan for everyone in your family, including a meeting place 

Pets: Have a plan for your pets, including securing them so they don’t escape 

Prescriptions: Pack your current supply of prescriptions, along with equipment for daily treatments 

Papers: Pack important documents, including reference phone numbers and account numbers 

Photos: Pack photographs and other mementos that are irreplaceable

• Charge necessary electronic and lighting devices. Fill up generators. 
• Park cars away from trees.

Transportation

• LA Metro service information
• Uber: Residents in Los Angeles County who’ve been ordered to vacate their homes can get credit for an Uber ride to get to an evacuation site. The $40 will only be valid for trips to an active shelter and by using the code WILDFIRE25. 
• Lyft: Lyft announced it will be offering $25 vouchers, valid for two trips, to 500 customers from now until midnight on Jan. 15. Use the code CAFIRERELIEF25 to get the Lyft ride promotion.

Volunteer Opportunities

• Baby2Baby: Baby2Baby is providing basic essentials to evacuation centers, distributing at pop-ups across the city and hosting volunteer sessions at our Los Angeles headquarters to pack supplies for children during this traumatic time.
• It’s Bigger than Us: Assist with sorting donations, organizing supplies, and other hands-on tasks to keep operations running smoothly. also seeking Drivers & Comms support.
• LA Dream Center: Pass out donations, direct traffic, sort clothes, & prep meals.
• Pasadena City College: Evacuation Center. Receive Items, sort & distribute goods.
• Pasadena Community Job Center: Receive Items, sort & distribute goods.

Thank you for your care and quick responses to this situation. Please reach out if you need any support or assistance. 

Sending you all our thoughts for continued recovery and safety.