Wildfires have burned millions of acres across California, Oregon, Washington and several neighboring states this week, forcing thousands of people to evacuate. Hundreds of homes and businesses have been destroyed so far.
Employers in these areas can use the resources below to prepare for and recover from these disasters. Help is available for business owners and employees. If you are not in the wildfire areas, consult these resources to create emergency preparedness plans.
SHRM members can contact SHRM HR Knowledge Advisors for more help finding resources.
Weather Disasters
Find information on safety, pay and employee leave, plus members-only resources including a preparedness checklist.
Federal Resources
State Resources
- California Wildfire Recovery Resources
- Oregon Disaster Assistance
- Washington State Emergency Assistance
Pay and Leave Issues
- Inclement Weather Policy Should Factor in Safety, Pay
- When Disasters Strike: Pay, Leave and Related Issues
- Employee Leave Eligibility and Natural Disasters
- How to Create a Leave Donation Program
- Paying California Workers During a Natural Disaster
Policies and Forms
Safety
Toolkit
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