Help using this link. The devastating Los Angeles wildfires—Palisades, Eaton, Hurst, and Lidia—have become the most destructive in the city’s history. Over 180,000 people have been displaced, and thousands of homes have been destroyed. Our hearts are heavy as we witness the immense loss and suffering faced by families and communities.
Preliminary reports indicate that homes and structures have been damaged “in the thousands” as fires continue to ravage the region. ShelterBox USA, headquartered in Santa Barbara, CA, has been closely monitoring the situation and maintaining communication with Rotary District 5280 as they mobilize a local response.
At the Pasadena Convention Center, now serving as an Emergency Evacuation Shelter for more than 1,000 evacuees, many families face extraordinary challenges. Most have lost everything, and many come from low-income communities with nowhere else to turn. In a gesture of solidarity, ShelterBox USA has provided our high-thermal blankets, LuminAID solar lights, and personal bags to support these families in their time of need. These items have been urgently requested by the local shelter to provide comfort and safety for people needing assistance. Today’s distributions are with our partner, Rotary in District 5280, and its District Governor in the heart of Los Angeles, Albert Hernandez.
Shelterbox USA will continue to monitor the emergency and remains in close communication with Rotary leadership from Districts 5280 and 5300, and local shelters to monitor needs and understand additional ways to assist.
