Updated 12/12:

• As of 12/11, the list of unaccounted persons is down to 3
• Per PG&E, power has been restored to the majority of commercial structures in Paradise and they anticipate restoring power to all the residential structures by the end of the month
• One-time grants of up to $2,000 to help with housing expenses are available through local Realtor groups

Updated 12/4:

• As of 12/4, the list of unaccounted persons is down to 11.
• Law enforcement has created new procedures for providing escorts to the evacuation order areas due to high demand.
• A new shelter has opened up at 2357 Fair St. at the Chico Silver Dollar Fairgrounds for people displaced by the fire.

• Local Resources
  • Butte County Recovers – The official website for Camp Fire response and recovery
  • Camp Fire Evacuation/Repopulation Map
• FEMA Information
  • To apply for assistance
    • Disasterassistance.gov (you can find assistance, apply online and check your status)
    • 1-800-621-3362
  • FEMA in the Community
    • Two Disaster Recovery Centers (DRC) are available for people to access resources needed to recover and rebuild.
      • Both are open Monday – Saturday, 9am-6pm
        • In Chico: the old Sears building in the Chico Mall at 1982 E. 20th St., Chico
        • In Oroville: at 2140 Feather River Blvd.
• Small Business Administration Disaster Assistance
  • The SBA provides low-interest disaster loans to help businesses and homeowners recover from declared disasters.
  • Visit the SBA website for more information and to apply.
• The 3CORE Camp Fire Relief Business Assistance Fund offers seed grants (up to $5,000) and micro-loans (up to $25,000) for affected businesses.

• Disaster Distress Helpline
  • Call 1.800.985.5990 or text TalkWithUs to 66746 to connect with a trained crisis counselor or visit DisasterDistress.samhsa.gov
  • The helpline is Toll-free, multilingual, confidential, and available to all residents in the United States and its territories
• For those who have received permission to enter the evacuated areas, please be prepared. Health & Safety information
• Stay safe as you return to your home with tips from CalFire
• Hygiene
  • Visit the CDC for more information on how to prevent disease during a disaster through proper hygiene

• Volunteer
  • If you are interested in volunteering, you can sign up with Caring Choices online here. They have had an overwhelming response to the Camp Fire and are processing applications as quick as possible. There will be a need for sustained help during the recovery process.
• Donate
  • Disaster relief services are most in need of cash or gift cards–organizations have been overwhelmed with generosity and are at capacity and cannot accept any more material donations. Cash and gift cards are most useful for getting exactly what people need.
    • Organizations accepting financial donations
  • Red Cross: call 1-800-RED-CROSS or text REDCROSS to 90999 to make monetary donations
    • Twitter, Facebook, Instagram
  • Salvation Army is asking for these specific items
    • Website, Facebook
  • North Valley Community Foundation (NVCF): (530) 891-1150
    • Twitter, Facebook, Instagram

• People
  • Housing & Lodging
    • Local hotels have been impacted by the fire and are close to capacity. As things change in the next few days and weeks, you can check local hotel availability here: Butte County Lodging
    • AirBnB – Free Accommodations for Relief Workers and Evacuees; search for available lodging here.
      • Those interested in making their home available can register their home.
  • Shelters
    • These shelters are open and supported by the American Red Cross:
      • OPEN: Chico Silver Dollar Fairgrounds (2357 Fair St., Chico CA, 95928)
      • OPEN: Butte County Fairgrounds (199 E Hazel St, Gridley, CA 95948)
      • OPEN: Glenn County Fairgrounds (221 E Yolo St, Orland, CA 95963)
    • Butte County, in partnership with the American Red Cross, has initiated consolidation of shelter locations for residents impacted by the Camp Fire in an effort to ensure the sustainability of shelter accommodations. All shelter sites will transition into either Glenn County Fairgrounds (221 East Yolo St. Orland CA), or Butte County Fairgrounds* (*Farmers Hall or Expo Hall, 199 East Hazel St. Gridley CA).
    • The plan for shelter transition is as follows:
      • Bidwell Jr. High School 2376 North Ave, Chico CA (transition to Butte County Fairgrounds, initiated 11/23)
      • Neighborhood Church 2801 Notre Dame Blvd, Chico CA (transition plan in progress, details to follow)
      • Church of the Nazarene 2238 Monte Vista Ave, Oroville CA (transition plan in progress, details to follow)
      • Yuba-Sutter Fairgrounds 442 Franklin Ave, Yuba City CA (transition to Butte County Fairgrounds, beginning 11/24 at 2pm)

• Shelter for Animals
  • To report lost pets contact North Valley Animal Disaster Group: 530-895-0000
  • Small Animal: Small animals evacuated due to the Camp Fire can be taken to:
    • The Chico Municipal Airport (150 Airpark Blvd, Chico, CA 95973)
    • FULL & NOT ACCEPTING ADDITIONAL ANIMALS- The Old County Hospital at 2279 Del Oro and Mono, Suite E
  • Large Animal: Large animals evacuated due to the Camp Fire can be taken to:
    • Butte County Fairgrounds, 199 E Hazel St, Gridley, CA 95948
    • Yuba Sutter Fairgrounds (442 Franklin Ave in Yuba City) is accepting animals for those traveling south/evacuating from the Berry Creek, Brush Creek, Mountain House and Bloomer Hill communities. (accepting pets 24-7)