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Use these tips to avoid scams and unlicensed contractors as you rebuild after a wildfire. Learn how to check credentials and report fraudulent activity.
Wildfire survivors in Los Angeles County can get free Metro rides for up to six months through the expanded LIFE program. Find out how to apply.
Learn how wildfire survivors in Los Angeles can access, hold, or forward mail to make sure it gets to their temporary address. This guide also covers how to set up PO Boxes and manage deliveries from USPS, FedEx, UPS, and Amazon.
Returning Home After a Wildfire
Wildfire Recovery: Navigating Road Closures and Access to Pacific Coast Highway
Access to the Pacific Coast Highway is limited, and road closures have been in place since the recent Los Angeles wildfires. Learn how to get updates, find alternate routes, and access the PCH with a burn area access pass.
Government Wildfire Recovery Resources
Government Resources for Financial and Business Support After Wildfires
Discover wildfire recovery financial resources for Los Angeles residents, homeowners, businesses, and employees affected by wildfires. Learn about disaster support options, including local grants, federal loans and other economic aid programs for job loss and rebuilding businesses.
Learn effective tips to wash smoke-damaged clothes and remove smells and soot. Read this article to discover practical solutions for tackling stubborn odors that may linger after a wildfire.
Government Wildfire Recovery Resources
Government Resources to Support Rebuilding and Recovery after Wildfires
Find essential government resources for wildfire recovery in Los Angeles, including FEMA aid, information about rebuilding permits, and a navigation tool to help homeowners and businesses in the affected areas.
Returning Home After a Wildfire
Water Safety After Wildfires: What to Know and Where to Get Free Clean Water
After the Pacific Palisades and Eaton fires in the Los Angeles area, do not drink notices are in place for homes in the affected areas. Learn where to find clean drinking water and what to do when you return home.
Respiratory Illnesses Heart Disease and Stroke Risks Mental Health Skin Irritation and Burns from Ash Smoke Inhalation and Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Wildfires leave lasting devastation after the flames are gone, destroying homes and posing significant health risks.