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*April 15, 2025*






News, Information, and Resources for the Public





todays updates
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Last Day to Submit ROE Forms [ [link removed] ]

TODAY IS THE DAY!

Forms Need to Be Submitted for Properties with Fire Debris

Impacted LA County residents must *submit a Right of Entry form [ [link removed] ]* to opt-in to the government-run debris removal program or opt-out.

We understand the hardship the wildfires have caused and are committed to supporting you throughout the recovery process. *But action is required NOW!*

*If your property was affected, you must choose a debris removal option today if you haven't done so already. *If you do not submit an Opt-In or Opt-Out form, the government will initiate a process to remove fire debris from your property to protect public health and safety. In such event, you will be responsible for the full cost of the government’s fire debris removal activities at your property.

*Opt-In*: Submit a Right of Entry [ [link removed] ] form to allow the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to remove fire debris from your property at *no direct cost to you.*

*Opt-Out*: Complete an Opt-Out form [ [link removed] ] now, hire a licensed contractor, apply for the necessary permit, and complete debris cleanup *no later than June 30, 2025*.

 

Regardless of your insurance status, you qualify for government-sponsored debris removal at no upfront cost. If you have insurance, you may still use it for debris not covered by the program. The County will only seek reimbursement after your home is rebuilt or after debris covered by insurance has been removed.

*_Learn more about how insurance affects debris removal [ [link removed] ]_*_. [ [link removed] ]_ 

 

*_Opt-In or Opt-Out TODAY! [ [link removed] ]_*




 

*We’re here to help today:*

?? *_recovery.lacounty.gov [ [link removed] ]_*

?? *(844) 347-3332* (Until 7 p.m. today)

?? *_Disaster Recovery Centers [ [link removed] ]_* are open until 6 p.m. today.

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If you have not opted into the Right of Entry program yet—today is the day. You can still change your mind and have the debris removed at your own expense but consider opting into the program to keep your options open.

*Submit the Right of Entry form here [ [link removed] ]. The form is available in Spanish [ [link removed] ], Russian [ [link removed] ], Armenian [ [link removed] ], Korean [ [link removed] ], and Simplified Chinese [ [link removed] ].
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*Opting-Out: *If you choose to opt-out of the government debris removal program, you must submit an opt-out form here [ [link removed] ]. Property owners who choose to hire private contractors for fire debris removal can then receive an Eaton and Palisades Fire Debris Removal permit via the County’s EPIC-LA system [ [link removed] ]. This permit 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. For more details, click here [ [link removed] ].   

*How to Withdraw an ROE: *Residents can withdraw after submitting an ROE by submitting this Withdrawal Form [ [link removed] ].

The form is available on the recovery site here: _https://recovery.lacounty.gov/debris-removal/roe/_ [ [link removed] ]

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Debris Removal is Essential to Recovery

Recovering from the wildfires is progressing in many ways. One important way to recover is the removal of fire debris.

Click here [ [link removed] ] or the image below to watch a short video about debris removal.

Debris Removal PSA [ [link removed] ]
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Rebuilding
Rebuilding Permit Centers: Get Help with Rebuilding

Rebuilding Permit Centers are open for guidance through the rebuilding process for residents affected by the Palisades and Eaton fires. These permit centers connect you with the departments responsible for rebuilding in your area. 

*LA County One-Stop Permit Center [ [link removed] ]
*464 West Woodbury Road, Suite 210, Altadena, CA 91001
Open Monday - Friday: 9:30 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Saturday: 8 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Appointments Available:
Monday, Wednesday and Friday: 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Saturday: 8 a.m. - Noon
Click here [ [link removed] ] for more information.

 

*LA County One-Stop Permit Center [ [link removed] ]*
26600 Agoura Road, #110, Calabasas, CA 91302
Open Monday - Thursday: 7 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Friday: 7 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Appointments Available:
Monday, Wednesday and Friday: 7:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
Saturday: 8 a.m. – Noon.
Click here [ [link removed] ] for more information.

 

*City of LA - One Stop Permit Center [ [link removed] ]*
1828 Sawtelle Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90025
Open Monday - Friday: 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Click here [ [link removed] ] for more information.

 

*City of Malibu Rebuild Center [ [link removed] ]*
23805 Stuart Ranch Road, Suite 240, Malibu, CA 90265
Open Monday - Friday: 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. 
Click here [ [link removed] ] for more information.

 

*City of Pasadena Planning Recovery Virtual Consultations* [ [link removed] ]
Appointments are available Monday through Thursday here [ [link removed] ]
Questions: Email <[email protected]> or visit the Pasadena Permit Center [ [link removed] ]

 

Community Calendar
*Altadena Community Meetings* 

*"Mondays, 4 p.m. to 5 p.m."* 

Online, hosted by Supervisor Kathryn Barger.


* *Submit Questions: *Click here [ [link removed] ]
* *Join:* _LA County's YouTube channel. [ [link removed] ]_ 
* *Join on Zoom with live Spanish interpretation and ASL: *_Click here [ [link removed] ]_ 

 

*Disaster Relief Workshop for Tenants*

*"Thursday, April 17, 3:30 p.m."* 

Online with Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles, the Social Justice Learning Institute, and Stay Housed LA. *Register here [ [link removed] ]*.

 

*Free Blood Testing for Lead*

The Department of Public Health is offering free blood lead testing for those concerned about exposure to lead from the recent wildfires.  


* Residents can visit their medical provider
* Dial 1-800-524-5323 to request a free appointment through Quest Labs
* Visit one of the community events listed here [ [link removed] ] where Public Health is offering free blood lead testing 

*For more information on blood testing, click here [ [link removed] ].*

*For more post-fire information from County of Los Angeles Public Health, click here [ [link removed] ].*

 

*Free Medical and Mental Health Clinic in Pasadena* 

*"Mondays and Wednesdays, *"& Sunday, April 27 [ [link removed] ], "*from Noon to 5 p.m. 
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In person, hosted by the Eaton Health Village, in partnership with the Department of Mental Health 

For free medical and mental health care, including medical consultations, medical refills, mental health services and case management, vision care, and dental care. 


* *Location:* Pasadena Seventh-Day Adventist Church (1280 E. Washington Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91104) 
* *More information:* 951-595-7032 or _click here [ [link removed] ]_ 





FAQs banner [ [link removed] ]

Read our latest FAQs [ [link removed] ] on the different parts of the fire debris removal process including 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 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.

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*Recognize the Signs and Report Exploitation, Human Trafficking: *Natural disasters, like the recent LA wildfires, create chaos and displacement leaving many people vulnerable to exploitation including human trafficking.

People seeking work after a disaster should be cautious about job offers that sound too good to be true. Human traffickers use false promises of high wages and effortless jobs to lure people into dangerous situations. Click here [ [link removed] ] to learn more.

If you or someone you know is being forced to engage in any activity and cannot leave, please report it to:

*National Human Trafficking Hotline
**Text:* 233-733 (Be Free) or *Phone:* (888) 373-7888

*Department of Consumer and Business Affairs' Office of Labor Equity*
*Email:* [email protected] or *Phone:* (800) 593-8222

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Disaster Recovery Centers Hours [ [link removed] ]
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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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