Long-Term Recovery Resources
The impact of wildfires can be long-lasting, and the recovery process can be convoluted. Fortunately, there are multiple resources readily available to assist with the physical, financial, and emotional recovery process both within LA County and nationally. Listed below is contact information for agencies that can assist with pertinent questions throughout the recovery process.
Where can I find information about…
Clearing and repairs to County maintained roads and bridges?
LA County Department of Public Works, 800-675 HELP (4357), www.dpw.lacounty.gov
Road closures and conditions for State Highways?
Caltrans, (213) 897-0383, www.dot.ca.gov
Fire Department requirements for damaged structures?
LA County Fire Department, (323) 237-1200, www.fire.lacounty.gov
Building inspections and permits?
LA County Department of Public Works, Building & Safety Division, (800) 675 HELP (4357), www.dpw.lacounty.gov
County-provided emergency social services including CalWORKs, CalFresh, Medi-Cal, and General Relief?
LA County Department of Public Social Services, (866) 613-3777, dpss.lacounty.gov
Assistance with injured animals and information on animals displaced by a disaster?
LA County Animal Care and Control, (562) 940-6898, www.animalcare.lacounty.gov
Schools and school districts in the County?
LA County Office of Education, www.lacoe.edu
Organizations that provide response and recovery assistance in the event of a disaster?
211 LA County, 2-1-1, www.211la.org
Power or electricity outages?
Southern California Edison, (800) 684-8123, www.sce.com
Southern California Gas Company, (800) 655-4555, www.socalgas.com
Emergency Financial First Aid Kit?
FEMA, www.ready.gov/financialpreparedness
Disaster loan and grant information?
U.S. Small Business Administration, (800) 659-2955, www.sba.gov
Property insurance?
California Department of Insurance, (800) 927-4357, www.insurance.ca.gov
