 LA County Officials Provide Updates on Status of Debris Removal, Safety Measures, and Assessments for Testing
This morning, County officials provided the latest updates on the recovery process from the Palisades and Eaton fires, including the current status of Phase I and Phase II debris removal, the safety measures being implemented for the hauling of fire debris, as well as the County's assessment plan on soil, air, and water testing. Click here or the video below to learn more.
LA County Funds for Households, Workers and Small Businesses: How to Apply and How to Donate
LA County’s Department of Economic Opportunity has two wildfire relief funds that are now open for applications. Both funds provide direct cash assistance grants, and applications are open through March 2, 2025.
- The is for small businesses and nonprofit organizations that incurred structural loss, structural damage, equipment/inventory loss, or revenue loss because of the disaster. Grants can range from $2,000 to $25,000, depending on disaster impact.
- The provides cash assistances grants of up to $2,000 for workers who lost employment or income because of the disaster. This includes those who worked in the fire-impacted areas, but live elsewhere.
Learn more here:
In addition, the LA County Department of Consumer and Business Affairs is launching the program for residents displaced by the Eaton and Palisades fires. The online application opens Feb. 26 and closes March 12, 2025.
Eligible households can receive up to $18,000 based on household size and composition. Read the criteria . The relief fund will distribute $32.2 million in financial assistance to wildfire survivors for housing costs, living expenses and funeral costs. Priority will be given to the most impacted households based on need, including insurance status, social and economic vulnerability, loss of life, health conditions, and other risk factors.
Submit an now to be notified when the application period goes live.
Anyone who wishes to donate to these funds can do so by going to
Governor Newsom proposes $125 million in mortgage relief for impacted residents of recent natural disasters
Governor Newsom announced today a new proposal to create more than $125 million for a mortgage relief program to assist homeowners whose homes were destroyed or severely damaged by recent natural disasters. The proposal also includes funding to extend an existing counseling services program which would help affected homeowners navigate their recovery. Click here to learn more.
Rapid Needs Assessment Survey for Residents Impacted by the Eaton or Palisades Fires
The LA County Department of Public Health wants to learn the best ways to help people living in areas affected by the Eaton or Palisades Fires. Click here or below to complete a short 10 minute survey to help Public Health better understand what you and your community need to recover. Your answers will remain private and you won't be asked for personal information that could identify you, such as your name, date of birth, or immigration status.
Right of Entry Form Submissions Continue to Grow
The online Right of Entry form is available for those opting into the government-sponsored debris removal program. Submit the form here. The form also is available in Spanish, Russian, Armenian, Korean, and Simplified Chinese.
If you have not yet submitted your opt-in form, please do so as soon as possible to take advantage of this debris removal program by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers at no out-of-pocket cost to you. The deadline is March 31, 2025.
For those who opt-out: Property owners who choose to hire private contractors for fire debris removal can now receive a permit that allows home and business owners and their authorized private contractors to manage their own debris removal efforts while ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal safety and environmental standards.
The first edition of the Eaton and Palisades Fire Debris Removal permit is available via the County’s EPIC-LA system. For more details, click here.
Residents seeking financial help after the devastation of the wildfires can request FEMA assistance here. The deadline to apply is March 10, 2025.
Additional Links:
 LA Region Relief Fund Webinar: Nonprofit Application Support
The LA County Department of Economic Opportunity and the Center for Nonprofit Management are hosting a webinar to provide support for nonprofits applying to the LA Region Small Business Relief Fund on Thursday, Feb. 20 at 4 PM. Click here to register for the webinar.
Department of Insurance Workshops
Next month, the California Department of Insurance is offering confidential appointments with department experts for people impacted by the Eaton and Palisades fires. To schedule an appointment, call (800) 927-4357. Click here for more information. Times and locations are listed below.
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Saturday, March 8, 2025 from 10 AM to 6 PM
Skirball Cultural Center
2701 North Sepulveda Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90049
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Saturday, March 15, 2025 from 10 AM to 6 PM
John Muir High School
1905 Lincoln Avenue
Pasadena, CA 91103
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