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A Call to Prayer: Los Angeles, California Wildfires 01/25 #resources

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Prayers For Those Affected By Los Angeles Fires 🙏

Sending love and prayers to all those impacted by these devastating fires,  especially to dear friends and family.

My heart is with you during this difficult time. ❤️💔🙏

***These heartbreaking photographs of wildfires in L.A. county are by Josh Edelson/AFP/Getty Images

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Inna Ivchenko

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Barcode Properties at Calabasas & Beverly Hills

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Inna Ivchenko
Barcode Properties - Encino, CA
Realtor® • GRI • HAFA • PSC • Short Sale • Probate

Source:  Getty Images

Jan 09, 2025 12:25 AM
Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
Pasadena And Southern California 818.516.4393

Hello Inna - the combination of fire, wind and the exponential speed at which they have connected has not been good.  Stay safe.  

Jan 09, 2025 01:22 AM
Inna Ivchenko

You too Michael Jacobs ! How are you doing in Pasadena, you guys also got some of this madness....

Jan 09, 2025 01:24 AM
Michael Jacobs

Inna Ivchenko - I'm not located near the impacted areas.  Air quality is less than favorable.   

Jan 09, 2025 01:34 AM
Wayne Martin
Wayne M Martin - Oswego, IL
Real Estate Broker - Retired

Good morning inna. The news reports have shown the massive devastation and reported on the high winds. I once worked for an owner of a timber farm near Corning California and got some experience with valley winds. Unbelievable. May all stay safe, the winds die down and the fires cease. Stay safe. 

Jan 09, 2025 03:39 AM
Doug Rogers
RE/MAX Coastal Properties - Destin, FL
Your Real Estate Resource!

I see the reports online, can't imagine the destruction and terror. We will have to be there for California like they have helped my state recover from hurricanes. In cases like this we are all Americans! 

Jan 09, 2025 04:26 AM
Brian England
Ambrose Realty Management LLC - Gilbert, AZ
MBA, GRI, REALTORÂŽ Real Estate in East Valley AZ

It's so difficult to see so much destruction happening that surely could have been prevented.  You are definitely in my prayers.

Jan 09, 2025 04:35 AM
Kat Palmiotti
eXp Commercial, Referral Divison - Kalispell, MT
Helping your Montana dreams take root

I was watching this last night on the news - it's terrible and scary. I'm hoping there will be some good news soon. That wind needs to stop!

Jan 09, 2025 04:53 AM
Dorie Dillard Austin TX
Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899 - Austin, TX
NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones

Good  morning Inna,

Thank you so much for the detailed updates of the horrific fires in CA. I've been watching it on the news and it breaks my heart to see the damage that has been done and so many families displaced! Prayers to everyone.

Jan 09, 2025 08:37 AM
Nina Hollander, Broker
Coldwell Banker Realty - Charlotte, NC
Your Greater Charlotte Real Estate Broker

Hello Inna... I simple can't "absorb" what I'm seeing on the news these days. It's beyond comprehension and feels like an apocalypse. I hope you'll stay safe and many prayers are heading your way.

Jan 09, 2025 11:07 AM
Inna Ivchenko
Barcode Properties - Encino, CA
Realtor® • GRI • HAFA • PSC • Short Sale • Probate

Update as of 1//9/25: At least five people have died in Altadena, where the Eaton fire exploded Tuesday night, but officials say the death toll is likely higher. More than 2,000 structures have burned and at least 130,000 residents are under evacuation orders across Los Angeles County, as firefighters Thursday were continuing to battle the wildfires ravaging the region.


The Palisades fire has burned more than 17,200 acres, and the Eaton fire, has charred about 10,600 acres. Growth of the Eaton fire has been “significantly stopped,” L.A. County Fire Chief Anthony Marrone said during a news conference Thursday morning. But officials say crews are still struggling with the Palisades fire with firefighters facing 60 mph winds overnight. Officials say they hope calming winds through the day will help crews boost containment. 

On Wednesday night, the Sunset fire broke out in the Hollywood Hills near Runyon Canyon and has burned 60 acres, according to the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (Cal Fire).

As of Thursday morning, the Palisades fire, Eaton fire and Sunset fire have no containment. The Hurst fire, burning in Sylmar, has charred 855 acres and is 10% contained. While winds have diminished, much of Los Angeles County remains under a red flag warning, with forecasters warning of critical fire weather through Friday night. 

Jan 09, 2025 01:00 PM
Kathy Streib
Cypress, TX
Home Stager/Redesign

Hi Inna- it has been heartbreaking watching all of the footage of the fires. My heart goes to all who have lost their homes, their businesses as well as their way of life. 

Jan 09, 2025 07:32 PM
Jeffrey DiMuria 321.223.6253 Waves Realty
Waves Realty - Melbourne, FL
Florida Space Coast Homes

I am so concerned for you guys. Let us pray for the winds to die down and the rains to come.

Jan 10, 2025 09:28 AM
Inna Ivchenko
Barcode Properties - Encino, CA
Realtor® • GRI • HAFA • PSC • Short Sale • Probate

Thank You very much for your kind wishes! 

The fires are still on for 4 days now... It is terrifying since the winds are projected to remain strong till Wednesdays, 4 more days. 

My heart is going to those who have being affected by the fires....

 

Jan 11, 2025 01:30 PM
Inna Ivchenko
Barcode Properties - Encino, CA
Realtor® • GRI • HAFA • PSC • Short Sale • Probate

Just a reminding to those who are in the area or those who want to follow the situation, the latest updates are at Watch Duty : https://www.watchduty.org/

Jan 11, 2025 01:31 PM
Sandy Padula & Norm Padula, JD, GRI
HomeSmart Realty West & Florida Realty Investments - , CA
Presence, Persistence & Perseverance

We are glad to read that you are well and secure in your location. This fire season has been active everywhere in California and we eagerly await rain.

Jan 12, 2025 08:36 AM
Inna Ivchenko
Barcode Properties - Encino, CA
Realtor® • GRI • HAFA • PSC • Short Sale • Probate

To protect California consumers affected by wildfires, DRE will diligently investigate complaints of unlawful #pricegouging related to rental housing by licensees and will take appropriate disciplinary action if the evidence warrants. The law (Penal Code section 396) is intended to protect victims of disasters from being further harmed.

California Penal Code 396

L.A. County’s Price Gouging Ordinance

If you are a consumer who believes they may be a victim of price gouging as it relates to real estate transactions and rental housing, complaints can be submitted to DRE at: https://dre.ca.gov/Consumers/FileComplaint.html

Jan 17, 2025 09:59 AM
Inna Ivchenko
Barcode Properties - Encino, CA
Realtor® • GRI • HAFA • PSC • Short Sale • Probate

Jan 17, 2025 10:11 AM
Inna Ivchenko

For your information, 'someone' is  collecting the public  information of those who raised the housing  prices during the fires:. https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/u/0/d/1RXWxLqTyWvAuq8A0PgaBuWeEn_G6qTLyTZ8lzfNEaNw/htmlview?pli=1

Jan 17, 2025 02:23 PM
Inna Ivchenko
Barcode Properties - Encino, CA
Realtor® • GRI • HAFA • PSC • Short Sale • Probate

Housing help: 

Airbnb: 211 LA is partnering with Airbnb to offer free temporary housing for people displaced from their homes due to wildfires. More info here.

Queen Mary: The Queen Mary hotel in Long Beach announced that it will be pricing rooms for fire evacuees at $189. The reservation will include a voucher for a breakfast buffet for two people. The reservation will also waive pet and Historical Preservation fees.

Big Bear: The popular retreat spot has also offered evacuees a peaceful place to turn to for rest and regathering. A collection of vacation homes and hotels is listed on this page, which has been created specifically for the needs of fire evacuees.

Visit Anaheim: People affected by the wildfires can visit Visit Anaheim's official website and find special hotel offers and assistance. 

211 LA: The nonprofit is partnering with Airbnb, American Express, and Hilton to coordinate the distribution of emergency housing for people displaced by wildfires. The form to apply for housing can be found here. 

Shelters

  • Westwood Recreation Center: 1350 S. Sepulveda, Los Angeles
  • Pasadena Civic Auditorium: 300 E. Green St, Pasadena 
  • El Camino Real Charter High School: 5440 Valley Circle Blvd., Woodland Hills
  • Ritchie Valens Recreation Center: 10736 Laurel Canyon Blvd, Pacoima
  • Sepulveda Recreation Center: Address: 8825 Kester Avenue, Panorama City

U-Haul: The self storage chain is offering affected residents free storage for 30 days at 92 locations across locations SoCal. 

Utilities

AT&T: The telecommunications company announced it is offering wildfire areas unlimited data, talk and text through Feb. 6. Visit their official site for a list of valid zip codes.

Verizon: Verizon announced it will waive call, text and data charges for customers in hardest hit areas. The company also deployed free Wifi and charging stations at three wildfire shelters.

World Vision will be distributing relief supplies at an LA-area church on Friday Jan. 10 at 3 p.m. 

The organization is located at Calvary CME Pasadena, 236 West Mountain Ave. in Pasadena.

On Saturday at 9 a.m., World Vision will also distribute relief supplies at Calvary Baptist Church located on 12928 Vaughn St. in San Fernando.

Supplies include food, water, face masks, toys, hygiene kits, bedding and more.

Health

Planet Fitness: The fitness chain is offering evacuees and first responders free access to their facilities, including showers, locker rooms, and WiFi. Offer is valid until Jan. 15 Please contact your nearest Planet Fitness for more information.

Crunch Gym: The gymnasium chain announced it will open 20 locations across Los Angeles for any evacuees or first responders that need to shower, recharge phones or rest.

Ecco Hair Studio: The hair salon in south Pasadena has announced it will offer free hair washesfor people impacted by the wildfires. 

Hair salons across Los Angeles: 60+ salons across the Los Angeles area are offering free washes, blow drys, cuts, facials and a range of other services to those impacted by the fire.

UFC Gym: The popular fitness chain has opened it's doors free of charge to first responders and victims of the ongoing wildfires until the end of month on Jan. 31. Perks include locker rooms, showers, recovery services, electrical outlets, and Wi-Fi. Locations include:

  • Brea
  • City of Industry
  • Corona
  • Costa Mesa
  • Huntington Beach
  • La Mirada
  • Oxnard
  • Rosemead
  • Torrance

Pet care

Bath N’ Buns Mobile Pet Grooming: The locally-owned pet grooming service announced it will offer complimentary bath services for cats and dogs affected by the fires. 

Vetster: The veterinary telehealth platform Vetster said it will be offering free telehealth appointments to pets impacted by the fires. Pet owners can visit vetster.com/support to get a free appointment. Offer will be available for up to 500 pet owners until Jan. 23.

Pasadena Humane has worked diligently to reunite owners with their beloved furry friends. The hotline is for reporting found animals including "pets, livestock, exotics, and wildlife," is 626-577-3752. To view animals currently being housed at Pasadena Humane, visit this Pet Connect page.

Culture

Discovery Cube Los Angeles: The children's museum located at 11800 Foothill Blvd in Sylmar announced it will offer free admission to community members on Jan. 9 and Jan 10. 

Petersen Automotive Museum: The museum announced it will be opening to students for free during the school closures. The free admission is valid for all students enrolled in districts impacted by closures including Los Angeles, Burbank, Glendale, Pasadena, Santa Monica and Malibu Unified.

Food

Several restaurants are offering free meals and discounts to first responders in the Los Ángeles area. 

Infatuation LA: The popular foodie site has compiled a list of restaurants in the Los Angeles area that are offering shelter or free meals to first responders and evacuees.

Panda Express: The fast food chain announced it is offering free meals to firefighters and other on-duty emergency responders in the impacted areas of LA County through Sunday, Jan. 12. To redeem the offer, first responders and firefighters can simply show their ID to redeem the meal in-store.

The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf: The coffee shop is offering free brewed coffee or tea (hot or iced) to first responders at participating locations in Los Angeles and Ventura counties. The offer is valid through January 10–17 and redeemable by showing their ID in-store.

 Dog Haus: The restaurant will offer one free hot dog to those impacted by the fire at their Pasadena restaurant and free meals to firefighters at their Los Ángeles locations.

Din Tai Fung: The dumplings and noodles restaurant will be offering complimentary takeout meals to firefighters and other on-duty first responders through Jan. 12. To receive the offer, firefighters and first responders must show a professional ID. Offer valid only at their Glendale, Century City, Del Amo and Santa Anita locations. 

World Central Kitchen

The non-profit is sponsoring meal distributions for families impacted by wildfires on Friday, Jan. 10. Distribution sites include:

  • 12 p.m.  to 5 p.m. at St. Francis School, 200 Foothill Blvd., La CaĂąada Flintridge
  • 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. at 2234 El Sereno Ave., Altadena
  • 5:30 p.m.  to 10 p.m. at Jack in the Box, 2125 N. Windsor Ave
  • 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Pasadena City College, 1570 E. Colorado Blvd

Insurance Workshops

California Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara will host a pair of insurance workshops in Santa Monica and Pasadena over the following weeks to aid people in Los Angeles County in the rebuilding process. Lara will be joined by other CDI personnel for one-on-one consultations. Homeowners in need are encouraged to call 800-927-4357 to reserve an appointment with a consultant. 

Government Aid

FEMA: Homeowners affecting the ongoing Palisades, Eaton, Kenneth, or other SoCal wildfires are encouraged to apply for FEMA as soon as possible. Applications can be submitted online, through the FEMA app, or by phone call at 800-621-362.

 

Jan 17, 2025 10:12 AM
Inna Ivchenko
Barcode Properties - Encino, CA
Realtor® • GRI • HAFA • PSC • Short Sale • Probate

#Donations Drop Off Locations

Council District 7 in partnership with North Valley Caring Services Food Pantry
M-Th-8:30am-4pm
Friday 12pm-2pm
No weekend delivery
15453 Rayen Street
North Hills, CA 91343

Point of Contact: Alycia Monroy - 818.891.0481


Council District 8 Office in partnership with It’s Bigger Than Us 
Mon-Fri 8AM-4PM
Sat-Sun 9-4PM
It's Bigger Than Us 
4308 Crenshaw Blvd,
Los Angeles, CA. 90008

Council District 11 Office
Mon-Fri 9AM-5PM
Sat-Sun 12-4PM
CD11 Westchester District Office
7166 W. Manchester Avenue, 90045

Point of Contact: Julio Torres - 310-568-8772

 

 

Monetary Donations 

For Monetary donations, we highly encourage you to donate to the following organizations: 

Volunteer Opportunities: Visit LAWorks.org

Jan 17, 2025 10:27 AM
Inna Ivchenko
Barcode Properties - Encino, CA
Realtor® • GRI • HAFA • PSC • Short Sale • Probate

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Jan 17, 2025 10:35 AM
Bob "RealMan" Timm
Ward County Notary Services - Minot, ND
Owner of Ward Co Notary Services retired RE Broker

I pray for YOU every day Inna Ivchenko and I also pray for the end of the fires. 😉

Jan 30, 2025 08:26 AM