 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 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. 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. For the latest updates on County road closures and reopenings, visit pw.lacounty.gov/roadclosures.
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. 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 additional support, contact the ROE Support Hotline at (844) FIRE-DEBRIS.
 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.
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 for the list.
Residents seeking financial help after the devastation of the wildfires can request FEMA assistance here. The deadline to apply is March 10, 2025.
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.
Applicants are encouraged to apply online for a disaster loan. Residents can call 800‐659‐2955 or schedule an in-person appointment if you have any questions.
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 Mark your calendars for upcoming deadlines to apply for financial assistance, grants, and funds that provide direct relief.
 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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