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Current Los Angeles County Wildfire Information
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​Stay Safe Before, During, and After a Wildfire

Find critical tools, tips, and emergency info to help you protect yourself, your family, and your home at every stage of a wildfire. Get the guidance you need to prepare, act, and recover safely.​

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Clipboard with checklist1​. Prepare Before a Wildfire

Key Actions:

  • Pack a family "Go-Kit"​​​​
  • Make a home evacuation plan
  • Create defensible space arou​nd your home
Visit ReadyForWildfire.org

Warning sign2. What to Do During a Wildfire

Key Actions:​

  • Track loc​al evacuation orders
  • Protect yourself from s​moke (wear an N95, stay indoors)
  • Support pets and elderly family members
Protect Yourself During a Wildfire

Plant sprouting3. Recover After a Wildfire

Key Ac​​tions:

  • Safely clean up ash and debris (wear PPE)
  • Clean air and respiratory safety
  • Find community resources and assistance
Get Recovery Resources​​

Mask5. Smoke Protection & Air Quality

What to Know:

  • Smoke can stay dangerous after the fire
  • Best masks to wear (N95 versus cloth)
  • How to clean indoor air (filters, fans, etc.)
Protect Your Lungs From Smoke

Hand with heart.4. Mental ​​​Health Support

Resources for:

  • Anxiety, stress and trauma
  • Helping children cope
  • Free/low-cost counseling options
Get Mental Health Resources and Support​​

Emergency Tools

Use these tools to keep your and your family safe and informed during wildfires.


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