Staying Safe & Informed During the LA Fires: A Message from Grindr
Our Los Angeles community is facing unprecedented challenges due to the ongoing wildfires, and it’s important to know exactly where to turn for help.
Below, you’ll find LA County’s official resources about shelter locations, transportation assistance, and mental health support. Please share these details with anyone who may need them.
Evacuation Shelters
Local authorities have provided the following list of centers offering temporary shelter. Please confirm availability directly with the shelter as circumstances may change:
- Arcadia Community Center – 375 Campus Drive, Arcadia, CA 91007
- Ritchie Valens Recreation Center – 10736 Laurel Canyon Blvd., Pacoima, CA 91331
- Pan Pacific Recreation Center – 7600 Beverly Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90036
- Westwood Recreation Center – 1350 Sepulveda Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90025
- El Camino Real Charter High School – 5440 Valley Circle Blvd., Woodland Hills, CA 91367
- Pasadena Civic Center – 300 East Green Street, Pasadena, CA 91101
- Pomona Fairplex – 1101 W McKinley Ave, Pomona, CA 91768
For additional updates on road closures, water alerts, and impacted county services, please visit: lacounty.gov/emergency
Transportation & Housing Assistance
- Lyft: Lyft has provided the code CAFIRERELIEF25 for up to 2 rides (value $25 each) for 500 riders, valid through 1/15 at 11:59 p.m.
- Uber: Uber has provided the code WILDFIRE25 in your wallet for a free ride up to $40
- Airbnb: In partnership with 211 LA, Airbnb is offering free temporary housing for residents who have been displaced. Complete this form to be notified of availability (please note that spaces are limited and completion does not guarantee a stay)
- Metro: Fare collection is currently suspended systemwide on buses and trains
Mental Health Support
It's completely normal to feel overwhelmed, anxious, or stressed during times like these. If you need to speak with someone, please call the 24/7 Mental Health Helpline at (800) 854-7771.
Official LA County Updates
Stay connected with these official accounts for real-time information:
- Office of Emergency Management on X (formerly Twitter): @ReadyLACounty
- LA County Fire on X: @LACoFDPIO
- LA County Sheriff on X: @LASDHQ
- LA County on X: @CountyofLA
Sign Up for Emergency Alerts
- Alert LA County Notification System: Register here
- Local Emergency Alert Systems in LA County: Find out more
A Note on Community Support & Personal Safety
We're proud to see members of our Grindr community step up to help one another by offering rides or a place to stay. While we encourage this generosity, please remember to keep safety in mind:
- Communicate with a trusted friend or family member about where you're going
- Arrange to meet in a public area first if you don't know the person well
- Follow your instincts: if something feels off, don't hesitate to say no
We understand how challenging this situation is, and we want you to know you're not alone. Please stay informed, prioritize your safety, and support one another during this difficult time.
Stay safe and look out for each other.
— The Grindr Team
