California Fires

Please keep praying for all those suffering in the wildfires sweeping through southern California. My heart goes out to our neighbors who have lost their homes and livelihoods. Let’s pray for them and let’s pray for our firefighters and first responders. May God keep all of our brothers and sisters safe and bring end to these fires! – Archbishop Gomez

Need of Assistance?

• Call the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul Los Angeles (SVDPLA) at 1-888-552-7872 for food items, clothing, hygiene kits, etc.
• Click here to view a growing resource list with support available by city, including type of aid and resources available
• To apply for federal disaster assistance or to find further resources in your areas, please visit www.disasterassistance.gov.
• FEMA Assistance is available for residents impacted by LA County wildfires, to learn more and apply please visit https://recovery.lacounty.gov/resources/

LA Catholics Help Fire Victims

• Find ways to support those suffering
• See our parishes and schools in action

Emergency Contact Information

• Call 911 to contact the police department, fire department or paramedics.
• Visit fire.ca.gov to view the latest fire maps and information from the Department of Forestry and Fire Protection
• To report parish or school property damage or other issues regarding the California fires call: 213-637-7777 or email communications@la-archdiocese.org

• An established dedicated hotline for Angelenos who need help retrieving pets inside the evacuation area. Residents can call 213-270-8155 to answer key questions about their pet, its possible location, and its needs. LA Animal Services and LAPD will then notify individuals once they have visited the property.
• Disaster Recovery Center — a one-stop, in-person information and resource center that has already provided assistance to more than 140 households impacted by the wildfire. The Disaster Recovery Center will remain open seven days a week from 9 AM – 8 PM to meet Angelenos’ needs. Learn more at lacity.gov.

Latest Update from Catholic Schools
Catholic schools are following all local evacuation orders in impacted areas. Schools impacted by power outages and unhealthy air quality will close for the day. All other schools will remain vigilant and keep students and staff indoors depending on the air quality and wind situation. (View list of closures here.)