PALISADES FIRE
Emergency Response
As fire rips through the Pacific Palisades neighborhood, and in its aftermath, we stand with our community during these challenging times. Post 283 is here to provide support, resources, and up-to-date information for those impacted by the devastating Palisades Fire. Whether you need financial assistance, recovery guidance, or a place to regroup, our doors will be open to help.
STATUS: CLOSED
Updated
The Post building, including its properties occupied by the U.S. Post Office and CVS, currently appear to have thankfully sustained no significant damage in the fire. Post 283’s doors, as well as CVS and the post office, will remain closed until further notice. Post 283 leadership is ascertaining when opening the building will be appropriate and are following the guidelines set by city officials and law enforcement.
Thanks for Your Support
To Donate: We’ve received many offers of donations from individuals and other organizations offering to collect donations on our behalf. Most of our members who lived in the Palisades lost everything, including their homes. We thank you.
To Volunteer: We’re thankful for the many offers of support and would like to ask that you sign up for our newsletter to stay informed about upcoming opportunities to help: post283.com/volunteers
We’re Here to Help our Members and Our Community
FIRE RECOVERY NEEDS ASSESSMENT SURVEY
We understand that this is a challenging time, and our goal is to provide the most effective and meaningful support possible. This survey is designed to help us understand your specific needs so we can connect you with the right resources and assistance as quickly as possible.
AERIAL PHOTO/VIDEO REQUEST
We are deeply sorry for the loss and damage you have experienced. We are here to help document the fire damage to your home in Pacific Palisades using drone footage. Once air restrictions are lifted, we can capture an aerial photo and a short video of your property. The files will be manageable in size.
News
Zoomable Map of the Damage
Use this zoomable map to digitally survey the scene.
https://wilg.github.io/la-fire-maps/images/1050010040277500.html
Damage Assessment Video
We’ve had a number of people requesting photos or video of the Palisades to assess the damage of their homes. Here is aerial news footage of some areas impacted by the fire: https://www.cbsnews.com/losangeles/news/skycal-aerial-look-at-pacific-palisades-neighborhoods-impacted-by-fire/
LA Times: Firefighters continued to battle multiple major wildfires. Much of Los Angeles County remains under a red flag warning through Friday night.
Palisades fire
Burned 23,600 acres and numerous homes, businesses and landmarks in Pacific Palisades and westward along Pacific Coast Highway, toward Malibu.
More Resources
VA Resource List: https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/USVHA/bulletins/3cb93f0
Download the Watch Duty app and get live notifications on the Palisades Fire
Resources for American Legion members:
Palisades Post 283 Fire Expenditure Reimbursement for Members
Temporary Financial Assistance (TFA) Program Information & Application
California Disaster Relief Grant - This grant is through The American Legion Department of California. Immediate funding is available to help.
Completed applications can be emailed to adjutant@calegion.org or mailed to:
The American Legion Department of California, 1601 7th Street, Sanger, CA 93657
Other Resources:
YMCA offering free childcare: https://www.ymcala.org/community-response
Resource List: https://www.1degree.org/collections/7011-la-wildfire-resources-los-angeles-ca-usa
Hotels Offering discounts: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1HxioTikUz_Mo74inry8_uZKjTrXdTrOd/edit?gid=2114441409#gid=2114441409
VA can help during a natural disaster. Visit va.gov/resources/disaster-help/ or call 1-800-MYVA411
Federal Assistance - Individuals or households that have suffered damage in a Presidentially-declared disaster can register for assistance online at disasterassistance.gov or by calling 1-800-621-3362
Airbnb.org is proving free, temporary housing for people who have been displaced by the Los Angeles wildfires - More Information
Mutual Aid Network Los Angeles has put together a mass list of resources all throughout the area - View Resource List
How You Can Help:
Palisades Post 283 is accepting donations for the victims in the Palisades Fires - Donate Today
The American Legion Department of California is currently accepting donations for all fires in the California Disaster Relief Fund - Donate Today | View Flyer
Hollywood Post 43 is collecting donations of supplies and funds - View Flyer