As an air quality advisory remains in effect for the Boyle Heights warehouse fire, residents in the surrounding neighborhoods are continuing to deal with smoke that has at times reached unhealthy levels.
Here’s where you can get help:
Smoke relief centers
Residents can visit these smoke relief centers, which are open 24/7. These centers offer masks, food, water, temporary shelter, pet assistance and public health/air quality information.
Pecan Park Recreation Center
145 S. Pecan St. Los Angeles, CA 90033
*Small pets welcome
City Terrace Park
1126 N. Hazard Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90063
*Small pets welcome
Additional resiliency hubs
If your family has been affected by the fire, the Weingart East LA YMCA is providing shelter from smoke exposure.
2900 Whittier Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90023
Phone: (323) 360-0381
Boyle Heights Arts Conservatory
The BHAC is open as a community resilience hub. Youth, families, elders and neighbors can stop by for a cool filtered indoor space, free Wi-Fi, KN95 masks, device charging and community resources.
2708 E. Cesar E. Chavez Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90033
Hours: Monday-Saturday from 10 a.m.-7 p.m.
Call (213) 293-6170 for more information.
Residents impacted by the Lineage warehouse fire are invited to access free clothing, shoes, masks, cleaning supplies, resource navigation, and psycho-emotional support provided by Alma’s mental health promoters.
3218 Wabash Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90063
Hours: Monday, 6/22 from 12-6 p.m.; Tuesday, 6/23 from 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; Wednesday, 6/23 from 9 a.m.-6 p.m.
Free transportation to shelter sites
Uber is providing support for residents impacted by the fire, and more information is available at https://lacounty.gov/emergency/.
Eligible residents can receive:
- Up to two free rides
- Up to $40 per trip
- Travel must be to or from temporary shelter locations
To redeem:
- Open the Uber app
- Go to Wallet
- Add promo code: ELASAFE26
- Request your ride
Eligibility:
- Must live within 2.5 miles of the fire
- Promo code valid through June 27