How close is the University of Redlands to the LA County fires?
The LA County fires remain miles away and currently pose no threat to the Redlands campus. Please refer to the Los Angeles County incident response map for the most recent update.
Is the air quality around campus safe?
Yes. You can visit the South Coast Air Quality Management District website for current local air quality information.
What accommodations are being provided for students, faculty, and staff impacted during this time?
Temporary emergency housing support options are available at Woodbury and our Redlands campuses.
- For Woodbury, please contact our Student Affairs team for support at housing@woodbury.edu.
- For Redlands, please contact our Redlands Student Affairs on-call team via Public Safety at (909) 748-8888.
Additionally, students may reach out to the Office of Academic Support and Accessibility at asa@redlands.edu for academic accommodations. Students are encouraged to communicate directly with their professors if the fires impact their ability to meet at their scheduled time or location.
For faculty and staff needing support or a medical accommodation, please contact Human Resources at 909-748-8040 or by email at Benefits@redlands.edu.
How can we help those in the Redlands and Woodbury communities who have lost their homes or are displaced by evacuation orders?
To help support Redlands and Woodbury students, faculty, staff, and their families affected by the fires and storms, you can donate to our Emergency Relief Fund. Funds will be used to help provide food and safe shelter as the crisis continues.
Are there mental health resources available to members of the University community?
Yes, mental health and well-being resources are available to those in need of assistance.
- Students: Please reach out to the Counseling Center, the Office of Inclusion and Community, and the Dean of Students. You can also utilize the Timely Care app for 24/7 TalkNow virtual medical or mental health appointments.
- Faculty and Staff: The organizations listed through this link offer support to those affected by the disaster, which includes locating and receiving aid and emotional support resources. Additional resources are available through the University’s Employee Assistance and Advocacy Program.
Where can I find additional resources and information?
A Major Disaster Declaration has also been issued for the LA fire evacuation zones, enabling residents and businesses to apply for federal relief, including temporary displacement assistance, funding for personal items, and grants for essentials like medical bills.
Apply at:
- Website: disasterassistance.gov
- Phone: 800-621-FEMA (3362)
- App: The FEMA mobile app
To see areas requiring evacuation or that have received warnings of potential evacuation, see the following resources:
- Website: Cal Fire Current Emergency Incidents Incidents | CAL FIRE
- X: https://www.twitter.com/LACOFD
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LACoFD