LA on Fire: Where to Find Safe Haven, Essential Services, and Unforgettable Resilience in the City of Angels

**Help for Those Affected by Los Angeles Wildfires: Resources and Aid**

As wildfires continue to ravage Los Angeles, we’re gathering resources to support locals and travelers who are currently being displaced. The Palisades Fire and Eaton Fire are burning across large areas, leaving thousands without homes and forced to evacuate. Amidst the devastation, we’ve compiled a list of ways you can help.

**Airbnb’s Free Housing Offer**

Airbnb has announced it will provide free, temporary housing for people who have been displaced by the Los Angeles wildfires. To request assistance for temporary housing support, visit Airbnb.org and contact 211 LA.

**Mutual Aid LA and Local Shelters**

Mutual Aid LA has created a spreadsheet listing local shelter and animal boarding options. Additionally, World Central Kitchen is providing water and sandwiches to those affected.

**Discounts and Free Services**

Many Los Angeles hotels and vacation rental companies are offering discounts and free services to those who have been displaced. To stay up-to-date on these deals, keep checking back here and look for the comments section where hotels and rental companies can announce their offerings.

**Community Efforts**

* Public spaces such as art galleries and cafés across L.A. are opening their doors to provide shelter, Wi-Fi, parking, and charging ports.
* Charter companies like Elite Charter are offering coaches and small buses to aid evacuations.
* Planet Fitness locations across L.A. are providing free access to locker rooms, showers, Wi-Fi, and more.

**Ways to Help**

For those outside of California, here are ways to help:

* Donate to the California Fire Foundation, which provides support to fallen firefighter families and firefighters.
* Donate to World Central Kitchen, which is working to aid the recovery efforts in Los Angeles.
* Donate to the California Community Fund, which aims to support long-term recovery.

**Q&A**

**Q:** Is Airbnb’s housing offer available for all evacuees?
A:** Yes, Airbnb’s housing offer is specifically focused on residents who have lost their home or been forced to evacuate in certain areas.

**Q:** What if I don’t have internet access or cannot contact 211 LA?
A:** In situations where you have limited access, you can contact local community organizations, churches, or community centers for assistance. They may have resources and shelter available.

**Q:** Are there any shelters available for people with pets?
A:** Mutual Aid LA’s spreadsheet includes shelter options that also accommodate animals. You can search for these specific options and make arrangements accordingly.

**Conclusion**

As the wildfire situation continues to unfold, our hearts go out to those who have lost homes and livelihoods. While we work to recover and rebuild, we urge anyone with a warm bed and spare space to offer shelter to those in need. For those willing to lend a helping hand or donate resources, your efforts are crucial in the recovery process.

Please stay updated on this story as we provide more information on how you can help and share your own resources and experiences with the hashtag #LAWildfires. Together, we can make a difference.