SCAG Stands With All Southern California Communities Affected by Wildfires

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On behalf of SCAG, our hearts go out to all the communities and individuals affected by the devastating fires currently burning in Southern California. The loss of lives, homes, and historic and cultural resources is devastating.

Many members of our SCAG family have been directly affected by the fires. We are deeply sorry for their losses and continue to support them as we hold them in our thoughts and prayers. We are extremely grateful to first responders on the front lines who are risking their lives fighting the fires and managing evacuations.

As fires continue to burn, our collective strength as a region can provide refuge and support to member jurisdictions and staff throughout Southern California.

SCAG encourages all residents to prioritize their safety and heed evacuation orders. Please use and share available resources if you or your neighbors and loved ones need support:

  • L.A. Works: L.A. Works is seeking volunteers to support fire victims with housing, family support, food and supplies, animal support, and recovery efforts.
  • L.A. County Fire Department: The L.A. County Fire Department is sharing regular fire updates on fires in the county via social media app X.
  • L.A. County Government: Access L.A. County’s emergency alert system.
  • Los Angeles City Fire Department (LAFD): The LAFD provides safety tips and real-time alerts on active fires and evacuation zones.
  • CalFire Incident Map: CalFire shares real-time information on active fires, evacuation areas, and evacuation support in an interactive map. Click on “Details” for each fire incident for evacuation orders and shelter information.
  • Air Quality Monitoring: Stay current with air quality conditions to avoid health risks throughout the region.
  • Disaster Assistance: The U.S. Department of Homeland Security assists residents and business owners who have sustained losses.
  • Metro Transit Service: Metro has regular service updates as wind and weather affect service levels. Metro transit service is free at the time of this message.
  • Pet Evacuation Services: An LAist article gathered details on drop-off locations for horses and small pets for fire evacuees who need assistance with animals.

SCAG will continue to support the region when we face the difficult work of recovery. Please put health and safety first—for yourself, our neighbors and loved ones—as we work together through these harrowing circumstances.