Extra Resources

Having access to organizations near you can become incredibly difficult based on your personal circumstances. Whether it'd be transportation, availability, or other factors, we've created a set of links below you can explore to find additional resources near you!

Natural Disaster Monitoring Websites & Apps:

• Cal MyHazards: Input an address, city, or zip code to discover any hazards in that area including earthquakes and fires. Provides information on risks and recommended actions.

• ShakeMap - USGS Earthquake Hazards Program: Provides near-real-time maps of ground motion and shaking intensity after significant earthquakes. Used for post-earthquake response, recovery, and preparedness.

• Temblor.net: Focused on seismic risk awareness-- offers accurate, accessible, and understandable information about earthquakes. Additionally publish breaking earthquake news and in-depth analyses.

• National Interagency Fire Center (NIFC): Nation's support center for wildland fires; compiles current wildfire information and statistics. Maps for current large fires and fire potential outlooks.

• InciWeb: Provides ongoing information on active wildfires, incident-specific details, news, announcements, and maps. Additionally covers natural disasters like earthquakes and floods.

• National Risk Index - FEMA: Not exclusively for wildfire but includes information on various hazards (fire risks) for preparedness.

Donation Centers, Food Distribution, and Hygiene:

• The Salvation Army: Offers financial assistance for housing, childcare, transportation, and more.

• LA Food Bank: Distributes meals to wildfire survivors.

• Baby2Baby: Provides diapers, formula, clothing, and other necessities for children

• Direct Relief: Focuses on providing medical supplies and other resources. 

• No Kid Hungry: Works to ensure children have access to nutritious meals

• Team Rubicon: Uses veterans and first responders to support disaster relief efforts.

• Airbnb.org: Provides temporary housing for those displaced by the fires.

More Non-profit Organizations:

• American Red Cross: Emergency assistance, disaster relief, and preparedness education. Offers shelter, food, water, first aid, mental health support, and other services.

• California Fire Foundation: Supporting survivors, firefighters, and communities affected by natural disasters. Provides direct financial relief and long-term recovery support.

•  California Community Foundation: Manages a Wildfire Recovery Fund to support communities with emergency aid, intermediate recovery. Prioritizes underserved populations. 

• World Central Kitchen: Utilizes food to support communities during crises, providing meals to first responders and affected individuals. 

• Los Angeles Emergency Preparedness Foundation (LAEPF):  Focuses on disaster preparedness, response, and recovery in Los Angeles and beyond. Support first responders and offer resources like the Community Brigade program.

Additional Information: Look through a detailed guide by The Salvation Army on how to navigate through natural disasters.