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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 another round of winter...
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 for eligible disaster...
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 Program is a federally...
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 for a FEMA...
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 apply for federal...