The wildfires in Los Angels County continue to burn and destroy property. The update to the property damage is staggering, making it the second largest disaster in California history, second only to the Camp Fire in Northern California that destroyed over 18,000 structures. As of Friday Los Angeles County reported over 12,000 destroyed structures, and sadly, eleven confirmed fire related deaths.
Amidst this tragedy, Los Angelinos have come together across the County to help fire victims. From makeshift clothing giveaways, to animal and pet resources, to businesses giving away or discounting food, hotel rooms, and transportation services, this tragedy has brought the community together, neighbor helping neighbor.
Here are some resources that may be helpful to share with others:
(From MSNBC) This list of free and discounted resources for fire victims includes food and clothing giveaways, lists of free and discounted hotels, and financial resources. Musicares, a nonprofit safety net of health and welfare services for the music community, is offering immediate assistance to anyone in the music industry, including $1,500 in financial aid and $500 food vouchers. Eligibility requirements include having worked in the music business for five years or more. For more information, email musicaresrelief@musicares.org or call 800-687-4227.
The Los Angeles County website for this disaster is updates frequently with more information and resources. Visit: https://lacounty.gov/emergency/
For updated evacuation information visit: Alertla.org There have been numerous reports, videos, and photos showing homeless / unhoused individuals setting additional fires. Most of these incidents have been contained, but caused evacuation orders for the impacted communities.
The wildfires in Los Angels County continue to burn and destroy property. The update to the property damage is staggering, making it the second largest disaster in California history, second only to the Camp Fire in Northern California that destroyed over 18,000 structures. As of Friday Los Angeles County reported over 12,000 destroyed structures, and