Hit by Wildfire? Here’s How to Deal With Insurers and FEMA.
You don’t need to settle for what your insurance company or the government first offers. And you don’t have to fight alone.
Will Southern California Wildfire Victims Receive Only $770 From FEMA?
“JUST IN: Biden just announced California fire victims are being given $770,” tweeted Nick Sortor, a self-described “independent journalist.” “Barely a FEW NIGHTS in a hotel out here in LA. Why are Americans given pennies while foreigners are given blank checks?!”
GoFundMe donations could affect FEMA help for wildfire victims in L.A.
Thousands of wildfire victims have turned to GoFundMe and other crowdfunding sites to raise money to support themselves or loved ones impacted by the fires. However, those donations could limit monetary assistance from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).
California wildfire victims may receive a one-time $770 payment. Here's how to qualify
People affected by the California wildfires may qualify for immediate federal financial assistance to help pay for necessities.
FEMA facing criticism for response to California fire victims | The Hill
First responders are continuing to battle fires in Los Angeles, while thousands of people have been displaced. The Federal Emergency Management Agency is now having to manage disasters on the East and West Coast while receiving sharp criticism.
'Disasters don’t discriminate,' outgoing FEMA administrator says
Whether it is a hurricane, major tornado, or wildfire, disasters "don't discriminate" in where they will be and whom they ...
Helene: FEMA asked for September date on temporary sheltering program
Additional time through the one-year anniversary of Hurricane Helene has been requested of FEMA and its Temporary Sheltering ...
Is FEMA paying $25K in immediate aid to LA fire victims? No, that's satire | Fact check
FEMA isn't paying significantly more in immediate aid to Los Angeles fire victims than to Hurricane Helene survivors. That ...
Former FEMA director to Congress: ‘Give it back its independent agency status,’ direct access to president
Michael Brown said that Congress should give the disaster relief agency back its “independent agency status,” allowing it ...
FEMA Assistance: How To Know If You Qualify for the Critical Needs Application
“If you have insurance and are applying for FEMA disaster assistance, you must file a claim with your insurance company first," according to the agency. “By law, FEMA cannot duplicate benefits for ...
Residents in FEMA Helene hotels will now receive advance notice to leave, Edwards says
Republican Congressman Chuck Edwards announced that the Federal Emergency Management Agency will now promise a 21-day notice ...
Scammer files fake FEMA claim using Eaton Fire victim's address
An 85-year-old woman had her home damaged in the Eaton Fire. When she filed a claim with FEMA, she found out she was also a ...
Helene victims were unfairly ousted from hotels, senators claim. Was FEMA at fault?
Were people displaced by Helene wrongly kicked out of hotels while still eligible for FEMA vouchers? Confusion reigns.
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Officials provide clarity after fire relief applicants receive FEMA response saying 'not approved'
Firefighters are working around the clock to contain the Palisades Fire and Eaton Fire. Thousands of people were forced to ...
Three takeaways from DHS nominee Kristi Noem’s confirmation hearing
Gov. Kristi Noem (R-SD) is expected to cruise through the process to confirmation after surviving a fairly quiet hearing that lasted less than three hours.