LA Fires— Tips to Navigate and How to Help

We have served our Los Angeles brides for over 8 years in this beautiful city we call home. We are deeply saddened by the devastating fires happening across LA right now. The loss is unimaginable and our hearts are broken for the community we love. We’ve compiled some helpful resources and tips to help our LA family navigate this difficult time as well as ways others can assist from afar.

Evacuation Shelters:

• El Camino Real Charter High School— 5440 Valley Circle Blvd Woodland Hills, CA 91367

• Pasadena Convention Center— 300 E Green Street Pasadena, CA 91101

• Westwood Recreation Center— 1350 S Sepulveda Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90025

• Ritchie Valens Recreation Center— 10736 Laurel Canyon Blvd Pacoima, CA 91331

• Pan Pacific Recreation Center— 7600 Beverly Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90036

• Find a Red Cross Shelter

Rehousing/Transportation:

• Uber is offering free rides up to $40 to shelters, using code: WILDFIRE25

• Airbnb is providing free, temporary housing for people who have been displaced by the Los Angeles wildfires.

• Lyft is offering $25 off rides, using code: CAFIRERELIEF25

Supplies/Food for Firefighters and the Displaced:

Smoke Inhalation:

• For an AQI of 151+ (101+ for Sensitive Groups) follow the below tips:

  • Stay indoors and avoid strenuous activity.

  • If you must go outside, wear protective eye wear and an N95 or P100 mask.

  • If you have a history of cardiovascular or respiratory disease, continue taking your medications as prescribed.

  • Do not open your windows and seal them shut with tape if needed. You can run your central AC.

  • Stay hydrated to help with symptoms of smoke inhalation.

  • Seek medical attention if you experience symptoms due to smoke inhalation like nausea, dizziness, headaches, sore throat, visual changes, etc.

• Visit airnow.gov for the latest air quality updates in your area.

Prioritizing Mental Health:

• Be patient with yourself and give yourself time to grieve.

• Don’t be afraid to lean on those around you for emotional support.

• Flight-or-fight mode can be battled with gentle movements and meditation.

• Keep hydrated and nourish your body after a stressful event.

• Repeat positive sayings in your mind and know that everything will get better.

• Visit Psychology Today for more ways to cope with traumatic events and manage stress.

Where to Find Information/Updates:

• LAFD.org/alerts

• @losangelesfiredepartment

• @watchdutyapp

• ready.lacounty.gov/emergency-notifications

• @nws

Donate:

• The California Fire Foundation provides critical support to surviving families of fallen firefighters, firefighters, and the communities they serve. Make a tax-deductible gift to help fund aid to the fires.

• LAFD firefighters need your help to save lives and protect property during this wildfire. Donate here to fund the LAFD.

• World Central Kitchen is preparing and serving meals to those impacted by the LA fires.

• Baby2Baby is currently responding to the devastating wildfires raging across Los Angeles by providing critical items including diapers, food, formula and hygiene products for children and families who have lost everything.

• American Red Cross is providing emergency shelter, food, and other disaster relief services.

• Pasadena Humane is taking in injured wildlife and providing aid for pets/pet families.

Volunteer:

• Canine Rescue Club - Support displaced pets and animals

• My Safe LA - Help enhance community resilience

• LA Regional Food Bank - Accepting food donations and volunteers

• Shelters - Volunteer with American Red Cross to facilitate one of the many shelters open to displaced humans/pets

We are eternally grateful for the first responders who are risking their lives to save our city. Thank you all for understanding and supporting our LA family during this time.