Information and Resources for the Public
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*Feb. 4, 2025*
News, Information and Resources for the Public
todays updates
*Corps of Engineers Begins Phase 2 of Debris Removal in LA Wildfire Recovery [ [link removed] ]*
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has officially begun Phase 2, marking a critical step in the region’s recovery efforts. The first sites to undergo clearing are two schools in the Pasadena Unified School District, where crews will remove hazardous debris to ensure a safe path forward for rebuilding. Phase 2 debris removal operations will expand in the coming weeks to include residential properties slated for clearing across the affected regions. To learn more, click here [ [link removed] ].
*Weekday Rain Weather [ [link removed] ] and the Pacific Coast Highway Closed From Malibu to LA [ [link removed] ]*
Rain is expected in Los Angeles County [ [link removed] ] later today and tomorrow. Due to an increased chance of mud and debris flow in recent burn areas, Caltrans announced that Pacific Coast Highway is closed [ [link removed] ] beginning Tuesday, Feb. 4 at 3 PM. The closure is from Chautauqua Blvd. in Los Angeles to Carbon Beach Terrace in Malibu.
Because of the rain, Los Angeles County residents are urged to prepare for potential flooding, mudslides and debris run-off. To learn some preparation tips, click here, [ [link removed] ] or watch the video below [ [link removed] ].
Rain [ [link removed] ]
*Los Angeles County Recovers Press Conference on Wednesday*
Tomorrow morning, on Feb. 5 at 8 AM, Supervisors Kathryn Barger and Lindsey Horvath will host a press conference with Sheriff Robert Luna, Public Works Director Mark Pestrella and Public Health Director Dr. Barbara Ferrer to present the latest updates on the process now underway to recover from the devastating Palisades and Eaton fires, including details about the debris removal process and public health guidance on safely returning to damaged and destroyed properties.
To watch the press conference, click here [ [link removed] ].
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*FEMA Relief [ [link removed] ] *
*Supermarkets Team Up with FEMA and SBA to Offer Resource Stations in Impacted Communities [ [link removed] ]*
From now until Saturday, recovery resource stations with representatives from FEMA and the Small Business Administration are located at Ralphs and Food 4 Less stores in Malibu, Venice, and Pasadena.
The resource stations are open daily from 9 AM to 5 PM until Saturday, Feb. 8, 2025.
* *Food 4 Less*: 1329 N Lake Ave, Pasadena, CA 91104
* *Ralphs*: 910 Lincoln Blvd, Venice, CA 90291
* *Ralphs*: 23841 Malibu Rd, Malibu, CA 90265
At these locations, FEMA provides essential information and resources for individuals and families impacted by the fires, while the Small Business Administration can assist affected businesses, homeowners and renters with financial guidance and recovery support. To learn more, click here [ [link removed] ].
FEMA 2/4/25
Residents seeking financial help after the devastation of the wildfires can request FEMA assistance here [ [link removed] ]. *The deadline to apply is March 10, 2025*.
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Disaster Unemployment Assistance [ [link removed] ]
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Nonprofits and houses of worship assistance [ [link removed] ]
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Appealing a FEMA decision [ [link removed] ]
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*Right of Entry Form Submissions Continue [ [link removed] ]*
Residents must choose whether to *opt-in* or *opt-out* of the free nonhazardous debris removal program. Those with questions can call the* Fire Debris Hotline*, or get help completing the form at *(844) 347-3332. *In-person assistance is also available at the Disaster Recovery Centers [ [link removed] ] open 9 AM to 8 PM. The deadline to submit the Right of Entry form [ [link removed] ] is March 31, 2025.
ROE 2/4/25 [ [link removed] ]
*Find an Assistance Center* [ [link removed] ]
*Hotline Help With Animals* [ [link removed] ]
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Read our latest FAQs [ [link removed] ] on the different parts of the fire debris removal process including:
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Right of Entry forms [ [link removed] ]
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Phase 1 hazardous debris cleanup [ [link removed] ]
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Phase 2 general debris removal [ [link removed] ]
Also, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has established a Debris Call Center to help answer questions regarding Private Property Debris Removal (Phase 2).
The hotline phone number is (*877) 214-9117*. Operators are available to help Monday through Friday from 6 AM to 6:30 PM, Saturday from 6 AM to 4:30 PM, and Sunday from 6 AM to 2:30 PM.
Have questions about how to protect yourself in the burn areas? In the video below [ [link removed] ], the Department of Public Health shares tips on how to safeguard your health if you're returning to a property that's been affected by the Eaton or Palisades fires.
Dr. Mahajan [ [link removed] ]
community meetings
"Wednesday, Feb. 5 at 6 PM"
*Virtual Town Hall with LA County Supervisor Lindsey Horvath*
Supervisor Horvath will host a virtual town hall on debris removal for residents affected by the Palisades fires.
* To view the town hall, click here [ [link removed] ].
"Monday, Feb. 10 at 4 PM"
*Altadena Recovery Community Meeting with LA County Supervisor Kathryn Barger*
Supervisor Barger will discuss the latest information on recovery resources for the Altadena community.
* To view the town hall, click here [ [link removed] ].
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Disaster Recovery Center Locations Feb 1 [ [link removed] ]
*_Photos & Videos_*
* For the latest fire response and recovery photos from LA County, *please visit our Flickr [ [link removed] ] page*.
* For the latest videos on fire response and recovery, *please visit our YouTube [ [link removed] ] page*.
click here for a full list of recovery resources [ [link removed] ]
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