California Wildfires 2025

Five devastating wind-fed fires have killed at least 16 people and swept through 39,000 acres in the greater Los Angeles area, destroying entire communities and more than 12,000 structures.

The Palisades and Eaton fires broke out Tuesday on a day of widespread red flag fire weather warnings in Southern California. Wind gusts of 60 mph to 80 mph were in the forecast, contributing to the dramatic spread of the fires, two of five still active Friday morning in Los Angeles County.

The fires have killed at least 16 people and burned more than 39,000 acres — an area bigger than San Francisco — according to Cal Fire, with flames claiming more than 12,000 structures and displacing tens of thousands. The Palisades Fire is the largest at more than 21,000 acres, while the Eaton Fire has burned more than 14,000 acres. Those blazes are 11 percent and 15 percent contained, respectively.

Thousands of firefighters are battling at least five sprawling wildfires spread around the LA area. The largest, the Palisades Fire, in Pacific Palisades, has scorched over 22,000 acres, destroyed thousands of structures and is 11% contained. The Eaton Fire, in Altadena, now stands at more than 14,100 acres and is 15% contained. More than 100,000 people are under evacuation orders.

Affected Areas:

Archer Fire (Granada Hills) - Containment: 100%

Eaton Canyon Fire - Containment: 15%

Hurst Fire (Sylmar) - Containment: 76%

Kenneth Fire (West Hills) - Containment: 80%

Lidia Fire - Containment: 100%

Palisades Fire - Containment: 11%

Sunset Fire - Containment: 100%

Evacuation Orders

For immediate assistance or additional support, dial 2-1-1. Please take all evacuation orders seriously, follow local guidance, and stay safe during this challenging time. 211 LA is here to support you every step of the way. https://211la.org/

How to Help Victims affected by the Southern California Wildfires

Finding Missing Loved Ones

In response to January 2025 wildfires, the City of Los Angeles has established a Family Assistance Center - ONLY for those seeking information about loved ones missing as a result of the Palisades and Eaton Fires.

Food Resources

• Los Angeles Regional Food Bank

• Food and Nutrition for Older Adults

• LA County Aging and Disabilities Dept. Disaster Food Pantry Sites

• LAUSD Student Meal Distribution

• World Central Kitchen

Donations & Volunteers

• Emergency Network Los Angeles (monetary and limited in-kind donations)

• American Red Cross (monetary donations)

• Los Angeles Regional Food Bank (monetary donations)

• Union Station Homeless Services (monetary and in-kind donations)

• California Fire Foundation (monetary donations)

• Koreatown YMCA Center for Community Well Being (in-kind donations - email RaeJin@ymcala.org)

• Westchester YMCA (in-kind donations - email DawnEverard@ymcala.org)

• Pasadena Humane Society (monetary donations)

• California Community Foundation Wildfire Recovery Fund (monetary donations)

• All Power Books (monetary and in-kind donations)

• Irwindale Recreation Dept Rockabilities (in-kind donations)

• Santa Anita Park (in-kind donations)

• Pasadena Community Foundation (monetary donations)

Health & Air Quality Information

• Public Health Fire Safety & Health Information

• Air Quality Map

• South Coast Air Quality Management District Website

LOS ANGELES COUNTY RECOVERS

The Los Angeles County Recovers page offers guidance on how FEMA and Los Angeles County departments can assist residents and businesses impacted by LA County wildfires. 

Additional information is linked below. 

• Local Assistance Centers (LAC): (Coming Soon) Check LA County Emergency and this page for updates on when local assistance centers open offering support with damage claims and other recovery resources.

• Temporary Shelter & Lodging: Please visit Hotel Association of Los Angeles for up-to-date information on hotels providing shelter and supplies 

• California Department of Insurance: 

  • Register for Pasadena & Santa Monica Insurance Support Workshops by calling 800-927-4357

  • See the Top Ten Tips for Wildfire Claimants 

  • follow the website’s 2025 Press Release page.

  
  

• FEMA:

  • Survivor's Road to Recovery Checklist

  • FEMA has declared a disaster for California Wildfires and Straight-Line Winds. Visit the California Region 9 page for updates including when disaster recovery centers (DRC) are opened. Start an application for disaster assistance at disasterassistance.gov

    
    

• VITAL AND PROPERTY RECORDS ACCESS

  • Residents directly impacted by fires can request property and vital records free of charge to help with recovery efforts. Call 800-201-8999 and select option 1, followed by option 2. Or email recorder@rrcc.lacounty.gov