Helping People Affected by the fires in Los Angeles
To support recovery efforts in LA following the devastating fires, Direct Relief is supplying clinics and mobile teams with critical medical resources, providing long-term financial support for healthcare and mental health services, and strengthening community resilience through targeted interventions.
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Six Months After the Los Angeles Fires: Direct Relief’s Commitment to Long-Term Recovery
The wildfires that swept through Los Angeles in January prompted an extraordinary outpouring of support—even as the disaster was still unfolding.
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Direct Relief has provided more than $2.8 million worth of medical support to L.A.-area organizations and more than $ 5.3 million in cash aid.
In response to the Los Angeles County wildfires, Direct Relief delivered requested medical supplies on Jan. 14 2025, to local search and rescue teams including Altadena Search and Rescue, Sierra Madre Search and Rescue, and Montrose Search and Rescue. The aid included field medic packs for triage care and rehydration solutions to support first responders on the ground in Los Angeles. (Photo by Mason Poole for Direct Relief) 
In response to the Los Angeles County wildfires, Direct Relief delivered requested medical supplies on Jan. 14 2025, to local search and rescue teams including Altadena Search and Rescue, Sierra Madre Search and Rescue, and Montrose Search and Rescue. The aid included field medic packs for triage care and rehydration solutions to support first responders on the ground in Los Angeles. (Photo by Mason Poole for Direct Relief) 
In response to the Los Angeles County wildfires, Direct Relief delivered requested medical supplies on Jan. 14 2025, to local search and rescue teams including Altadena Search and Rescue, Sierra Madre Search and Rescue, and Montrose Search and Rescue. The aid included field medic packs for triage care and rehydration solutions to support first responders on the ground in Los Angeles. (Photo by Mason Poole for Direct Relief) 
In response to the Los Angeles County wildfires, Direct Relief delivered requested medical supplies on Jan. 14 2025, to local search and rescue teams including Altadena Search and Rescue, Sierra Madre Search and Rescue, and Montrose Search and Rescue. The aid included field medic packs for triage care and rehydration solutions to support first responders on the ground in Los Angeles. (Photo by Mason Poole for Direct Relief) 
In response to the Los Angeles County wildfires, Direct Relief delivered requested medical supplies on Jan. 14 2025, to local search and rescue teams including Altadena Search and Rescue, Sierra Madre Search and Rescue, and Montrose Search and Rescue. The aid included field medic packs for triage care and rehydration solutions to support first responders on the ground in Los Angeles. (Photo by Mason Poole for Direct Relief)
As a California-based disaster relief and medical assistance organization, Direct Relief has responded to wildfires in California and throughout the U.S. for decades, and is currently supporting recovery efforts in Los Angeles following devastating fires.
In response to the L.A. fires, Direct Relief provided more than $8 million in financial and material aid in the three months following the fires, including
- Hundreds of shipments of essential medications and medical supplies totaling more than 54 tons delivered to local health and community organizations.
- More than 130,000 3M-donated N95 respirators distributed in collaboration with public health departments, incident command centers, Gap Inc., the YMCA, and numerous health centers and clinics across L.A.
- Nearly 16,000 burn zone re-entry kits distributed through the L.A. Fire Department, L.A. County Department of Public Health, the City of Pasadena, and the National Day Laborer Organizing Network.
- More than $8 million in emergency operating grants awarded to community-based organizations, including health clinics, mobile medical units, women’s health groups, and search-and-rescue teams.
Looking Ahead: Commitment to Long-Term Recovery
Los Angeles communities face a prolonged recovery. The extensive destruction will significantly impact physical and mental health for years, exacerbating chronic diseases, mental health issues, and disproportionately affecting vulnerable populations.
Direct Relief remains committed to sustained support, including:
- Continued medical supply deliveries to clinics and mobile teams.
- Long-term financial support for healthcare and mental health services.
- Community resilience initiatives through preparedness and targeted interventions.
California Wildfires
As a California-based disaster relief and medical assistance organization, Direct Relief has responded to wildfires in California and throughout the U.S. for decades.