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As we assess the impact of the recent wildfires and more specifically the devastation of Altadena, we are completely shattered. The amount of loss and pain is overwhelming.  At the same time, we are seeing an outpouring of love and support from the amazing Pasadena/Altadena community as they come together to support those in need. We are in awe of their selflessness and desire to help in any way.  Old Pasadena Management is committed to amplifying these efforts and sharing relevant information so that our extended community and all those affected can begin to recover.  We are in deep gratitude to our immediate Old Pasadena community for demonstrating so much grace and compassion in this tragedy.  We are also indebted to all of the first responders who are fighting to protect lives and property while risking their own. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts.

Updated on January 12, 2025

Rather than reinvent the wheel when resources are stretched, I received this comprehensive Resource List from Interim Executive Director of Pasadena Heritage, Zoot Velasco. He has compiled a valuable list of resources relevant to all impacted by the Eaton Fire.  I am very grateful! 

From Zoot's message:

I was frustrated that there wasn’t a single place to find all the information we needed about fire-related things, so I created one. This is not official; it is just a page I put together of resources I have found or found me. I will update it as needed (use the link above). I hope it helps…

SEE WHAT HAS BEEN LOST: See the LIST

I WANT TO HELP!

I NEED HELP!

Track the Fire and Find a Service:

This can be done from one nonprofit Phone App, Watch Duty. Watch Duty does not track information or sell your information according to the site. Government-led emergency reports and official government services are posted there.

Other Tracking of Fires and Air Quality:

Other Places to Look for Services:

  • Click the red font for a generalized LIST Created by the Entertainment Community Fund.

  • 211 LA: provides assistance and referrals to local resources for housing, food, health, and other services. Dial 211 or visit 211la.org.

  • The American Red Cross offers shelter, meals, and emotional support. Visit Red Cross Find Open Shelters or call 1-800-RED-CROSS (1-800-733-2767)

  • The LA Times also has a LIST of resources.

  • City of Pasadena has this Resource List

Find Shelter:

  • AirBnB is offering free emergency housing

  • LAHSA List of Shelters

  • “One of the most expansive resource lists comes from Mutual Aid Los Angeles Network (an information hub and community connector). See their detailed Google spreadsheet with donation hubs, animal housing, and shelters HERE.”

Animal Help:

Animal Defense Fund has a Resource List

Water:

Look for water distribution efforts through your city or water & power company.

Transportation:

Uber and Lyft: Are offering free rides for evacuees to designated shelters through January 15, 2025. To redeem the free ride, evacuees must use the promo code "WILDFIRE25" in their Uber app and "CAFIRERELIEF25" for Lyft.

Communication:

The Verge has a list of mobile provider services.

  • Spectrum: To help keep people connected in impacted communities, Spectrum has opened more than 35,000 out-of-home WiFi access points to be available to all users at no cost. spectrum.net/CAfires
  • AT&T announced it is offering wildfire areas unlimited data, talk and text through Feb. 6. Visit their official site for a list of valid zip codes.
  • Verizon announced it will waive call, text and data charges for customers in hardest hit areas. The company also deployed free WIFI and charging stations at three wildfire shelters.
  • T-Mobile is offering unlimited talk, text, and data for T-Mobile and Assurance Wireless customers across Altadena, La Cañada Flintridge, Los Angeles, Palisades, Pasadena, and Sierra Madre from January 8th to January 15th.

Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA): 

Residents & businesses in evacuation zones can apply now for relief at http://disasterassistance.gov. 

This includes:

  • Temporary displacement assistance (e.g., hotel costs for 2 weeks)

  • $770 for essential personal items

  • Large grants for needs like medical bills & car repairs

You can also call the FEMA helpline at 800-621-3362. Press 3 for an interpreter who speaks your language.

Misfortune and Calamity Tax Relief: 

You may be eligible for tax relief if your property is damaged or destroyed by a calamity, such as fire or flooding. To qualify, you must file an Application for Reassessment: Property Damaged or Destroyed by Misfortune or Calamity (ADS-820) with the Assessor’s Office within 12 months from the date the property was damaged or destroyed. The loss must exceed $10,000 of current market value. https://assessor.lacounty.gov/tax-relief/disaster-relief

 

 

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