LOS ANGELES, Oct. 28, 2019 — The American Red Cross Los Angeles Region has transitioned two evacuation centers into overnight shelters for residents affected by the Getty Fire. The shelters were initially opened by the City of Los Angeles to create a safe space for those evacuating. After a day of providing support and services, the Red Cross has transitioned those evacuation centers into shelters, as the mandatory evacuations are still in place.
For those being impacted by the fires, the Red Cross shelters are open at:
Shelter services include meals, a safe and clean place to sleep, comfort kits with personal hygiene items and individual care.
“The Red Cross is committed to helping all those affected and providing services until we are no longer needed,” said Jarrett Barrios, CEO of the Red Cross LA. “Wildfires move quickly, and we encourage all residents to evacuate if they need to, and lean on the Red Cross if we can be of help.”
The following evacuation centers will remain open until 8 p.m., but will close overnight:
In addition to the two shelters, the Red Cross is continuing to aid those affected by the Tick Fire. In collaboration with several community partners, the Red Cross will be taking part in the Local Assistance Center that brings together several community organizations to discuss disaster recovery services. Red Cross caseworkers will continue to reach out to families displaced by the Tick Fire, which started on Thursday, Oct. 24, prompting the Red Cross to open two shelters.
If you’re affected by the fire, you do not need to be staying overnight at the shelter to take advantage of Red Cross shelter services. The Red Cross encourages those living near fire zones to stay alert and follow evacuation orders.
The local Red Cross is dedicated to assisting those affected by disasters. We are working closely with local emergency management and our partners to coordinate relief efforts. Trained Red Cross volunteers and staff are on call round-the-clock and ready to assist in various aspects including sheltering, feeding, disaster assessment, casework, and more.
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About the American Red Cross:
The American Red Cross shelters, feeds and provides emotional support to victims of disasters; supplies about 40 percent of the nation's blood; teaches skills that save lives; provides international humanitarian aid; and supports military members and their families. The Red Cross is a not-for-profit organization that depends on volunteers and the generosity of the American public to perform its mission For more information, please visit redcross.org/la or cruzrojaamericana.org, or visit us on Twitter at @RedCrossLA or @CruzRojaLA.