March 31 is the deadline for FEMA Disaster Assistance applications for homes or personal properties destroyed or damaged during January’s wildfires in Los Angeles County.
Whether unsure about eligibility, still waiting for an insurance claim settlement, or a settlement falls short of recovery costs, you are strongly encouraged to apply.
FEMA assistance can potentially cover rental assistance, immediate needs and unmet needs, among other things.
For those who are insured, you need to have an insurance claim filed before you apply for FEMA assistance by the March 31 deadline.
- If you haven’t filed an insurance claim yet, here are some tips to ease your road to rebuilding: File an insurance claim as soon as possible. Request a settlement letter, outlining what your policy covers and what it doesn’t.
- Track your insurance process by documenting everything. Take notes during calls, save emails and keep receipts.
- Call FEMA at (800) 621-3362if you haven’t received insurance funds after 30 days, or if your claim is denied or doesn’t cover all loses.
Submit your proof of insurance status to FEMA. Visit DisasterAssistance.gov to submit your documents, download the FEMA app or call FEMA at (800) 621-3362.
Act quickly, today is your last day to apply.