The Dean of Students Office extends our deepest sympathy and unwavering support to all students, faculty, and staff impacted by the Southern California fires. During this challenging time, please know that your safety and well-being are our priority. Together, as a community, we will persevere and rebuild. Do not hesitate to seek support—we are here for you.
Please use this site as a guide toward finding assistance. Every attempt has been made to verify this information and the entities offering these services. However, please exercise judgment and caution when engaging with any person or group offering services.
Information
- LA County Emergency
- Watch Duty App (available through Google Play and the App Store)-This app has sourced fire information directly from firefighters and first responders. It is free and has maps and evacuation zones.
- Alert LA County-This portal provides emergency information and sends alerts for Los Angeles County.
- SBC Ready App (available through Google Play and the App Store)-This app provides emergency information and sends alerts for San Bernardino County.
- Alert RivCo-This portal provides emergency information and sends alerts for Riverside County.
- AlertOC-This portal provides emergency information and sends alerts for Orange County.
- CalTrans QuickMap-Traffic information and road closures
Housing and Personal Care Support
Shelters-Dial 211
Los Angeles County
- Arcadia Community Center – 375 Campus Drive, Arcadia, CA 91007
- Ritchie Valens Recreation Center – 10736 Laurel Canyon Blvd., Pacoima, CA 91331
- Pan Pacific Recreational Center – 7600 Beverly Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90036
- Westwood Recreation Center – 1350 Sepulveda Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90025
- El Camino Real Charter High School – 5440 Valley Circle Blvd, Woodland Hills, CA 91367
- Pasadena Civic Center – 300 East Green Street, Pasadena, CA 91101
- Pomona Fairplex – 1101 W McKinley Ave, Pomona, CA 91768
Animal Shelters
Small Animals:
- Agoura Animal Care Center 29525 Agoura Rd, Agoura Hills, CA 91301
- Baldwin Park Animal Care Center 4275 Elton St, Baldwin Park, CA 91706
- Carson Animal Care Center 216 W Victoria St, Gardena, CA 90248
- Downey Animal Care Center 11258 Garfield Ave, Downey, CA 90242
- Lancaster Animal Care Center 5210 W Ave I, Lancaster, CA 93536
- Palmdale Animal Care Center 38550 Sierra Hwy, Palmdale, CA 93550
Large Animals:
- Pomona Fairplex 1101 W McKinley Ave. Pomona
- Industry Hills Expo 16200 Temple Ave, City of Industry, CA 91744
- Antelope Valley Fair 2551 W Avenue H, Lancaster, CA 93536
Hotels
- AirBNB -Emergency temporary housing through 211
- Discover LA-Includes a list of hotels and L.A.-centered resources and information
Personal Care
- Planet Fitness-Free showers, lockers and rest areas
- World Central Kitchen–Emergency meals for evacuees
Health Resources
- LA County Public Health
- California Department of Public Health
- LA County Department of Mental Health
- CGU Dean of Students Health, Wellness and Emergency Resources
Financial Assistance
- FEMA-Disaster Recovery Assistance
- California Department of Social Services Disaster Grant Assistance