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2025 California Wildfire Resources

Resources for schools, families, and students impacted by the 2025 California wildfires.

2025 Southern California Wildfire Resources

Disaster Relief Fund External link opens in new window or tab.
The CDE has an ongoing partnership with SupplyBank.org to ensure that families, schools, and educators have access to essential resources in times of natural disasters.

Wildfires and Children's Health Resources External link opens in new window or tab.
Resources provided by the President of the United States of America’s Task Force on Environmental Health Risks and Safety Risks to Children.

Los Angeles County Office of Education (LACOE) Updates External link opens in new window or tab.
Find out the latest information and resources available in LA County. Evacuation zones, shelters, school resources, etc. 

Shelters Available for Communities Impacted by Wildfires External link opens in new window or tab.
From the California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) web page, find shelter locations and resources for communities affected by wildfires in Los Angeles County.

California Statewide Wildfire Recovery Resources External link opens in new window or tab.
Comprehensive information for wildfire recovery efforts on the Cal OES web page.

Cal OES Public Assistance External link opens in new window or tab.
Apply for FEMA and state funding, locate Applicant Briefings, find training for how to apply for FEMA funds, locate documents related to state and federal funding.

California Disaster Assistance Act External link opens in new window or tab.
The California Disaster Assistance Act (CDAA) authorizes the Director of Cal OES to administer a disaster assistance program that provides financial assistance from the state for costs incurred by local governments as a result of a disaster event.

Designated Areas: Disaster 4856 External link opens in new window or tab.
Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) public assistance for the 2025 California wildfires.

Cal Fire Current Emergency Incidents External link opens in new window or tab.
Ongoing emergency responses in California, including all 10+ acre wildfires.

Crisis Hotline
Help for Students in Crisis
Resources for addressing mental health and wellness while school sites are closed.

CDE and Other Statewide Wildfire Resources

Wildfire Resources
Statewide government resources to help understand how to respond to a wildfire and what to do after.

Form J-13A
  • Form J-13A
    Information regarding submission of the Request for Allowance of Attendance Due to Emergency Conditions, Form J-13A.

    While making up instructional days is not a prerequisite for a Form J-13A waiver request, CDE would encourage LEAs to look at the feasibility of adding instructional time to the calendar to help minimize academic disruption for students to the maximum extent possible. Additionally, LEAs must certify having an independent study plan as part of a complete Form J-13A waiver request. The plan is intended to facilitate academic continuity in the event of school closures or student absences (EC Section 46393(a)(2)); however, the approval of a Form J-13A waiver request is not conditioned upon the implementation of the independent study plan.

  • Quick Reference Guide (PDF)
    Reference Guide for Form J-13A School Closures.
Expanded Learning Guidance
FCC Form 471 E-Rate Filing Deadline Extension for Wildfire Impacts

The FCC issued an order DA-25-63A1 External link opens in new window or tab. (PDF) on Thursday, January 17, 2025 to extend the Form 471 filing deadline and invoice deadline for applicants impacted by the wildfires.

Air Quality Guidance

General guidance for outside resources for schools regarding air quality and potential school closures due to wildfires and other hazards.

Additional Resources

School Disaster and Emergency Management
Guidance, grants, training, and resources for LEAs related to the management of natural disasters and emergency hazards.

California School Employees Association (CSEA) Assistance Fund External link opens in new window or tab.
Los Angeles wildfire relief for CSEA members.

California Teachers Association (CTA) Disaster Relief Fund External link opens in new window or tab.
Los Angeles wildfire relief for CTA members.

Public Safety Power Shutoff
A Public Safety Power Shutoff is a preventative system that utility companies use when they predict extreme weather conditions that could cause a fire.

Disaster Guidance for Child Nutrition Programs
Includes claiming and reimbursement information, policy guidance, resources, and contacts for all disasters that affect the Child Nutrition Programs (CNP).

School Emergency Reporting System (SERS) Local Educational Agency Logon
The SERS web application for LEAs is utilized by the CDE to track school statuses during disasters.

News Releases, Letters, and Declarations

Questions:   Emergency Services Team | EmergencyServices@cde.ca.gov
Last Reviewed: Thursday, January 30, 2025
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  • Options to Apply for Federal Waiver (added 30-Jan-2025)
    Letter to affected County and District Superintendents regarding options to apply for federal waiver and assessment and accountability requirements.