In response to the ongoing wildfires and Governor Newsom’s issuance of a State of Emergency Proclamation for Los Angeles County on January 7, 2025, Vernon remains alert and ready to assist where needed. Persistent fires and windstorm conditions continue to threaten structures, homes, and critical infrastructure (including power lines and water tanks), causing widespread power outages, and resulting in many displaced families and pets throughout the Los Angeles County area. Please visit the Cal Fire website for detailed information on current emergency incidents.

Our hearts go out to all those impacted by these catastrophic events. Here, we hope to offer important information and resources for those affected and share support and donation opportunities with those looking to help.

Emergency Resources
Local Updates
For the latest updates on evacuations, shelters, water alerts, road closures, and animal shelters, visit LACounty.gov/Emergency. For more comprehensive emergency resources, visit Ready.LACounty.gov.

Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
FEMA is opening two disaster recovery centers in Los Angeles on Tuesday, January 14, 2025 which will be open from 9:00am-8:00pm daily. The locations are noted below:

UCLA Research Park West
10850 Pico Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90064
 
Pasadena City College
3035 East Foothill Blvd., Pasadena, CA 91107

While these centers are being established for support, FEMA assistance can also be requested online at DisasterAssistance.gov or by calling 1-800-621-FEMA (3362).

Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority
The Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority offers a wealth of information on its website to support those affected by the Los Angeles area fires. Please visit Lahsa.org to learn about available federal aid, emergency/temporary shelter, food and supplies, transportation, health and medical care, animal evacuation centers/emergency animal shelters, and financial assistance for fire victims. 

Support and Donations

Together, we can make a positive impact in our community by supporting those in need during this critical time. 

• Financial donations are the quickest and most effective way to assist those in need. Please make sure you visit the American Red Cross website at RedCross.org. 
• To donate items in bulk, the American Red Cross has an Offers Form which will automatically notify the Red Cross National Offers Team for follow up as needed.  
• For anyone interested in joining the Red Cross as a volunteer, an online application is available at the Red Cross website, or you may email directly at VolunteerServices.LosAngeles.CA@redcross.org.  

If you are interested in donating goods, please offer your contributions to the NEAREST SHELTER, rather than delivering items to fire stations. 

• For clothing and household item donations from individuals, please call 211 or visit 211LA.org/LA-Wildfires for guidance on when and where you may deliver your donations.

The following donation centers are open in impacted areas:

Council District 11 Office
7166 W. Manchester Avenue, Westchester, CA 90045
Monday - Friday 9:00am-5:00pm, Saturday - Sunday 12:00pm-4:00pm

Items Requested:
• Individually wrapped items
• Canned goods
• Non-perishable goods
• Baby food
• Personal hygiene products
• Dog food
• Water and Gatorade

North Valley Caring Services Food Pantry
15453 Rayen Street, North Hills, CA 91343
Monday - Thursday 8:30am-4:00pm, Friday 12:00pm-2:00pm

Items Requested:
• Non-perishable goods 
• Blankets
• Bottled Water
• Microwaves
• Diapers and wipes
• Fresh produce (please only drop off on Thursday)

It’s Bigger Than Us
4308 Crenshaw Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90008
Monday - Sunday 10:00am-5:00pm

Items Requested (New Items Only Please)
• Men, Women and Children's Clothing
• Toiletries
• Non-perishable goods
• Bedding
• Air Mattresses

Evacuation Shelters
Lanark Recreation Center
21816 Lanark St
Canoga Park, CA 91304

Van Nuys Recreation Center
14301 Vanowen St
Van Nuys, CA 91405

Calvary Community Church
5495 Via Rocas
Westlake Village, CA 91362

Ritchie Valens Recreation Center
10736 Laurel Canyon Boulevard
Pacoima, CA 91331

Pasadena Convention Center
300 E Green Street
Pasadena, CA 91101

Stoner Recreation Center
1835 Stoner Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90025

Westwood Recreation Center
1350 South Sepulveda Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90025

Pan Pacific Recreation Center
7600 Beverly Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90036

Pomona Fairplex (Gate 3)
601 W McKinley Ave
Pomona, CA 91768