With rain incoming, California takes action to protect fire-impacted communities in Los Angeles County
What you need to know: Governor Newsom has directed his Office of Emergency Services to coordinate with key partners during this next round of winter weather to strategically preposition critical resources to protect the public. SACRAMENTO — As...
Apply for FEMA Rental Assistance
FEMA may provide financial assistance for alternate temporary housing if you are displaced from your primary residence due to the Los Angeles County wildfires. FEMA Transitional Sheltering Assistance (TSA) provides short-term hotel/motel lodging...
Crisis Counseling Assistance is Available to LA County Wildfire Survivors
LOS ANGELES – If you are feeling overwhelmed by emotions, stress, or hopelessness, you are not alone. Help is available for disaster survivors experiencing emotional distress following the wildfires. The Crisis Counseling Assistance and Training...
If FEMA Initially Finds You Ineligible for Assistance, You Still Have Options
LOS ANGELES – If you received a letter from FEMA that says you’re ineligible for assistance, you still have options. A quick fix, like providing more information, may change FEMA’s initial determination. Duplication of benefits is a common reason...
One Week Left to Apply for Federal Assistance
(Please scroll below for Spanish translation // Desplácese hacia abajo para ver la traducción en Español.) LOS ANGELES – Only a week remains for homeowners, renters and businesses impacted by the January wildfires in Los Angeles County to...
Shelter Available for Communities Impacted by the Wildfires in Southern California
(Please scroll below for Spanish translation // Desplácese hacia abajo para ver la traducción en Español.) As Los Angeles recovers from wildfires, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is coordinating with the state,...
Tree Removal & Preservation After a Fire
(Please scroll below for Spanish translation // Desplácese hacia abajo para ver la traducción en Español.) Trees are an important part of the landscape and hold deep personal, cultural, and environmental significance for many. After a fire, trees...
Upcoming Deadlines to Apply for Disaster Recovery Help
LOS ANGELES – Several deadlines are approaching for individuals impacted by the Los Angeles Wildfires. FEMA Individual Assistance: March 10, 2025 Apply online at DisasterAssistance.gov, by calling FEMA’s helpline at 800-621-3362, or by using the...
Phase One of Debris Cleanup for the LA fires is Complete
Hazardous materials cleanup is 100% complete for the Eaton and Palisades fires marking an important milestone in the post-fire recovery process. “The completion of Phase 1 debris removal by the U.S. EPA marks a significant milestone in our recovery...
NEWS: Kaiser Permanente Partners with Cal OES and FEMA to Launch Joint Field Office Annex
(Please scroll below for Spanish translation // Desplácese hacia abajo para ver la traducción en Español.) Pasadena, CA – California and federal partners today announced a new Joint Field Office (JFO) Annex established through the support of Kaiser...
Los Angeles wildfire hazardous debris cleanup reaches substantial completion in record time
What you need to know: More than 9,000 properties were cleared of hazardous materials in less than 30 days – marking the fastest-ever hazardous debris removal effort in the nation. LOS ANGELES – In less than 30 days, federal and state crews have...
Los Angeles County Disaster Recovery Centers Closed on Sundays Beginning March 2
The Disaster Recovery Centers in Los Angeles County help residents affected by the wildfires continue their recovery. Starting Sunday, March 2, these locations will be closed on Sundays. Disaster Recovery Centers will remain open 9 a.m. to 7 p.m....
Cal OES Hosts Applicants’ Briefings for Government Entities Seeking January Firestorm Financial Assistance
Cal OES will host a series of Public Assistance Applicants’ Briefings beginning Monday, February 24, to help potential applicants navigate requirements. The Public Assistance program provides financial assistance to government entities to help...
Governor Newsom Approves Aid to Kentucky Following Devastating Floods
In response to the deadly flooding in Kentucky, Governor Gavin Newsom has authorized the deployment of four incident support team (IST) personnel to assist in ongoing response and recovery efforts. These personnel will provide critical support to...
Progress Continues in Support of Students, Schools
As of February 14,, students from eight schools that were damaged or destroyed by the Eaton and Palisades fires have resumed instruction in-person or online. In accordance with Governor Newsom’s Executive Order N-6-25, the Interagency Schools Task...