News, Information, and Resources for the Public





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*Feb. 7, 2025*






News, Information, and Resources for the Public





todays updates
*New Hours for Disaster Recovery Centers starting Monday, February 10*
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LA County Reaches Key Milestone in Debris Removal Program

The first batch of signed Right of Entry forms for the Eaton and Palisades Fires have been delivered by LA County Public Works to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – a significant milestone for debris removal efforts to begin.

Residents who still need to submit their Right of Entry forms are encouraged to do so as soon as possible to ensure their properties are included in the debris removal process. Additional information and support are available at _recovery.lacounty.gov [ [link removed] ]_.

 

*New Online ROE Form Available – Submit by March 31, 2025*

The new online Right of Entry form is now available for those opting into the government-sponsored debris removal program. Submit the form here [ [link removed] ]. The form is also available in Spanish [ [link removed] ]. 

*No action is needed if you already submitted an ROE form using the previous link.*

If you have not yet submitted your opt-in form, please do so as soon as possible to take advantage of this free debris removal program by the Army Corps of Engineers.

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*Ocean Water Quality Rain Advisory *Extended for all LA County Beaches Until Monday, February 10, at 10:00 am

Due to current rainfall, beachgoers are advised to avoid all water contact, especially near discharging storm drains, creeks, and rivers due to potentially higher bacteria levels in these areas. This includes any runoff that may flow onto or pond on the beach sand.

The ocean water quality rain advisory will be in effect *until 10:00 am, Monday, February 10, 2025. *This advisory may be extended depending on further rainfall. Click here [ [link removed] ] for more information. 

 

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*What Landlords Need to Know about FEMA’s Rental Assistance Program*

FEMA Rental Assistance is a temporary grant available to FEMA applicants whose homes remain uninhabitable after the wildfires. It pays for a place to live while their home is being repaired or rebuilt, or while they look for a new home to rent. Potential landlords can find out more about rental assistance below. Click here [ [link removed] ] for more information. 

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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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How to Appeal a FEMA Decision [ [link removed] ]


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FEMA and SBA Resource Stations at local Supermarkets through tomorrow, February 8 [ [link removed] ]

 

One month since the Eaton and Palisades fires began, survivors like Aaron are finding hope on the road to recovery. Click here [ [link removed] ] or the video below to hear about his experience.

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*Applications for Small Business and Worker Relief Funds*

Small businesses, nonprofits, and workers affected by the devastating wildfires can now apply for direct financial relief through the LA Region Small Business and Worker Relief Funds. Applications are open now through February 24, 2025. See image below and click here [ [link removed] ] to apply.

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*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 *(213) 308-8305*. Operators are available to help daily from 6 AM to 6:30 PM.

 

"Spanish speakers" - Have questions about the household hazardous waste removal? The Spanish video below [ [link removed] ] shows Environmental Protection Agency crews in fire-affected communities clearing properties of hazardous debris such as asbestos, paint, household cleaners and lithium batteries as part of Phase I of the fire debris removal process. 

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community meetings
*Altadena Recovery Community Meeting with LA County Supervisor Kathryn Barger*

Supervisor Barger will discuss the latest information on recovery resources for the Altadena community on "Monday, Feb. 10 at 4 PM." To view the town hall, click here [ [link removed] ].

 

CA Wildfires Response: Business Recovery Resources and Funding Solutions

Join the Black Business Association, in partnership with U.S. Bank, the Small Business Administration, and the LA County Department of Economic Opportunity, for a webinar on "Tuesday, Feb. 12, at 11 AM via Zoom".

This webinar will provide critical insights into financial assistance, recovery programs, and funding opportunities available to small businesses impacted by wildfires. To register, click here [ [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*.










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