News, Information, and Resources for the Public
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*Feb. 21, 2025*
News, Information, and Resources for the Public
todays updates
PCH Access Passes Available to Residents; PCH Remains Closed
Pacific Coast Highway access has been expanded to residents who live in the Palisades Fire burn area, essential businesses and school bus traffic.
Burn area access passes [ [link removed] ] will be distributed to Malibu, Sunset Mesa, Topanga Canyon and unincorporated LA County residents and contractors hired by residents in the burn area from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Malibu City Hall [ [link removed] ]. Pacific Palisades residents can continue to pick up access passes at the Disaster Recovery Center at 10850 Pico Blvd. or the West LA Municipal Building at 1645 Corinth Ave. These are distributed by the city of Los Angeles.
PCH remains closed to general traffic, and only essential travel is recommended. For more information and restrictions click here [ [link removed] ]. For the latest updates on County road closures and reopenings, visit *pw.lacounty.gov/roadclosures* [ [link removed] ].
Right of Entry Form Submissions Surpass 9,000
Los Angeles County Public Works has received more than 9,000 Right of Entry forms from property owners affected by the Palisades and Eaton fires.
The online Right of Entry form is available for those opting into the government-sponsored debris removal program. Submit the form here [ [link removed] ]. The form also is available in Spanish, [ [link removed] ] Russian [ [link removed] ], Armenian [ [link removed] ], Korean [ [link removed] ], and Simplified Chinese [ [link removed] ].
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 additional support, contact the ROE Support Hotline at *(844) FIRE-DEBRIS.*
ROE submissions [ [link removed] ]
*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 [ [link removed] ]. For more details, click here [ [link removed] ].
Public Health Issues Ocean Water Use Warning for Several County Beaches
The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health cautions residents who are planning to visit several Los Angeles County beaches to avoid swimming, surfing, and playing in ocean waters. Click here [ [link removed] ] for the list.
*FEMA Relief [ [link removed] ] *
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*.
FEMA Deadline to Apply: March 10, 2025 [ [link removed] ]
*Disaster Loans from U.S. Small Business Administration*
Federal disaster assistance is also available through disaster loans with the U.S. Small Business Administration for homeowners, renters, nonprofits, and businesses affected by the wildfires and winds in California.
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SBA Disaster Loans [ [link removed] ] — Deadline to apply is *March 12, 2025*
Applicants are encouraged to apply online for a disaster loan [ [link removed] ]. Residents can call 800‐659‐2955 or schedule an in-person appointment [ [link removed] ] if you have any questions.
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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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What Landlords Need to Know about FEMA’s Rental Assistance Program [ [link removed] ]
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How to appeal a FEMA decision [ [link removed] ]
Upcoming Deadlines
Mark your calendars for upcoming deadlines to apply for financial assistance, grants, and funds that provide direct relief.
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LA Region Small Business Relief Fund [ [link removed] ] — A*pply by* *March 2, 2025*
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LA Region Worker Relief Fund [ [link removed] ] — A*pply by* *March 2, 2025*
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LA County Household Relief Grants [ [link removed] ] *— Apply Feb. 26 to March 12, 2025*
Workshops
Department of Insurance Workshops
Next month, the California Department of Insurance [ [link removed] ] 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 [ [link removed] ] for more information. Times and locations are listed below.
* "Saturday, March 8, 2025 from 10 AM to 6 PM"
Skirball Cultural Center
2701 North Sepulveda Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90049
* "Saturday, March 15, 2025 from 10 AM to 6 PM"
John Muir High School
1905 Lincoln Avenue
Pasadena, CA 91103
community meetings
Altadena Community Meeting
To find out the latest information on recovery resources for the Altadena community, join the community meeting hosted by Supervisor Kathryn Barger on "_Monday, Feb. 24 from 4 to 5 PM via YouTube_"" "by visiting the County of Los Angeles YouTube [ [link removed] ] channel.
* Click here [ [link removed] ] to submit your questions in advance.
* For live Spanish interpretation and ASL, tune into the Zoom meeting by clicking here. [ [link removed] ]
Palisades Fire Recovery Town Hall
Supervisor Lindsey P. Horvath and representatives from LA County Public Works, LA County Public Health, U.S. Army Corps, EPA, CA Insurance Commissioner, and more will answer questions about all aspects of Palisades Fire recovery via webinar "Wednesday, Feb. 26 at 6 PM. "
* Click here [ [link removed] ] to submit a question and register to view the town hall.
LA County Public Health Virtual Town Hall
This week, the LA County Department of Public Health hosted a virtual town tall addressing air quality, soil and water testing and next steps. Click here [ [link removed] ] to watch the recording.
City of Pasadena Provides Free Medical and Mental Health Clinic
The Eaton Health Village is providing free medical and mental health care every Monday and Wednesday from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Pasadena Seventh-Day Adventist Center. Services include medical consultations, medical refills, mental health services and case management, vision care, and dental care. Questions? Call 855-665-4621, press 3.
LA Region Worker Relief Fund Application Assistance Event
The LA County Department of Economic Opportunity and Pilipino Workers Center will host a worker relief fund assistance event, Saturday, Feb 22, from 1p.m. to 4pm at the Pilipino Workers Center: San Fernando Valley office: 8237 Sepulveda Place, Unit #2, Panorama City, 91402. For more information, click here [ [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] ]
The Army Corps of Engineers also has established a Debris Call Center to help answer questions regarding Phase 2 of debris removal. The hotline phone number is *(213) 308-8305*. Operators are available to help daily from 6 AM to 6:30 PM.
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* 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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