Los Angeles wildfires relief
We’ve housed more than 22,000 people affected by the wildfires and continue to offer support.
Los Angeles wildfires relief
We’ve housed more than 22,000 people affected by the wildfires and continue to offer support.
The wildfires that began on 7 January 2025 in Los Angeles displaced more than 200,000 people and took 29 lives. The fires destroyed over 12,000 structures and laid waste to entire neighbourhoods.
Ongoing support
Provide a place to stay
List your space at a discounted rate for people in times of crisis.
Our impact
Immediately after the wildfires began, Airbnb.org partnered with non-profit 211 LA to offer free, emergency housing to people affected. We housed our first guest within 24 hours and have provided emergency housing for more than 22,000 people.
Map data from 9 January to 2 March 2025
People wanted to stay close to home and booked Airbnbs near their primary residence, allowing them to keep children in schools, remain close to jobs and stay engaged with their local community.
22,000
Guests housed
2,300
Pets housed
1,000
First responders housed
Host & guest stories
As recovery begins, local communities continue to show up for each other.
FAQ
How do I access an Airbnb.org emergency stay?
Who can book a place through Airbnb.org?
People who have been affected by the wildfires in Los Angeles may be eligible to book an emergency stay through Airbnb.org – that includes people displaced and relief workers helping in an official capacity. Airbnb.org works with governmental entities and non-profit partners to help determine eligibility. Learn more
Can I offer my home for full price on Airbnb for guests and also offer it for free or a discount during emergencies through Airbnb.org?
Yes. You have one calendar, so guests won’t be able to double-book your space.
How will I know that the booking came from Airbnb.org?
Hosts are notified during the booking process when a reservation request is for an emergency stay through Airbnb.org.
What happens when a guest’s stay ends?
Airbnb.org guests are responsible for checking out at the agreed-upon time according to the reservation record. In the event of a missed checkout, Airbnb has a dedicated team of specialised support agents who will work with the guest to facilitate checkout.
I’m not an Airbnb host, but I want to offer my home following natural disasters. What should I do?
You can sign up to host exclusively through Airbnb.org, which means you’ll only host guests in need of emergency stays and you will offer your place for free. Your place will not be available for guests to book non-emergency stays.
Learn more about our responses
Meet the people affected by disasters and those who helped.
