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3 mn read (Please scroll below for Spanish translation // Desplácese hacia abajo para ver la traducción en Español.) Trees are an important part of the landscape and hold deep personal, cultural, and environmental significance for many. After a fire, trees can become a hazard or pose threats to the public and may need to be removed. The U.S. […]

2 mn read After a wildfire burns through a community, it leaves behind hazardous materials, including charred structural debris, that can pose serious risks to the environment and public health. Debris removal helps eliminate these hazards and accelerates the rebuilding process, allowing homeowners to rebuild their homes more quickly. For homeowners whose properties were affected by the Palisades […]

2 mn read LOS ANGELES – Several deadlines are approaching for individuals impacted by the Los Angeles Wildfires. FEMA Individual Assistance: March 10, 2025 Apply online at DisasterAssistance.gov, by calling FEMA’s helpline at 800-621-3362, or by using the FEMA mobile app. If you use a relay service, such as video relay (VRS), captioned telephone or other service, give […]

< 1 mn read Hazardous materials cleanup is 100% complete for the Eaton and Palisades fires marking an important milestone in the post-fire recovery process. “The completion of Phase 1 debris removal by the U.S. EPA marks a significant milestone in our recovery efforts. This critical first step ensures that household hazardous materials are safely removed, protecting public health,” […]

2 mn read (Please scroll below for Spanish translation) Pasadena, CA – California and federal partners today announced a new Joint Field Office (JFO) Annex established through the support of Kaiser Permanente. The Annex Office will play a critical role in enhancing collaboration with partners and stakeholders that are assisting the impacted communities during the recovery process. “We […]

4 mn read What you need to know: More than 9,000 properties were cleared of hazardous materials in less than 30 days – marking the fastest-ever hazardous debris removal effort in the nation. LOS ANGELES – In less than 30 days, federal and state crews have substantially completed wildfire hazardous debris cleanup for the Eaton and Palisades fires, as […]

2 mn read The Disaster Recovery Centers in Los Angeles County help residents affected by the wildfires continue their recovery. Starting Sunday, March 2, these locations will be closed on Sundays. Disaster Recovery Centers will remain open 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday – Saturday. FEMA Disaster Recovery Centers UCLA Research Park West 10850 West Pico Boulevard., Los […]

2 mn read Cal OES will host a series of Public Assistance Applicants’ Briefings beginning Monday, February 24, to help potential applicants navigate requirements. The Public Assistance program provides financial assistance to government entities to help repair, replace or restore damaged public infrastructure and facilities, following a federally declared disaster or emergency. Private non-profits and special districts, including […]

< 1 mn read In response to the deadly flooding in Kentucky, Governor Gavin Newsom has authorized the deployment of four incident support team (IST) personnel to assist in ongoing response and recovery efforts. These personnel will provide critical support to local and state agencies working to address the impacts of the disaster. Their deployment has no impact on […]