California, Federal Emergency Management Agency

What federal aid is available to Los Angeles wildfire evacuees? FEMA breaks it down.
Los Angeles wildfire victims and evacuees can receive federal aid for expenses like rental costs and medical bills through the disaster relief efforts under the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).
Southern California wildfire victims can now apply for federal aid
Californians affected by the wildfires in the Los Angeles area can begin applying for federal assistance, Gov. Gavin Newsom announced Saturday. "Thanks
Biden announces $770 payments to California wildfire victims
President Biden announced $770 one-time payments for victims of the California wildfires as part of the efforts to provide federal support amid the raging fires. “We’re not waiting until those fires are over to start helping the victims.
Los Angeles-area residents affected by wildfire eligible for $770 FEMA checks
The Federal Emergency Management Agency has activated the Critical Needs Assistance Program, allowing victims of the Los Angeles-area wildfires to receive a one-time payment of $770 from the federal government.
Biden offers support to victims of California wild fires
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Biden: Govt. to give $770 to each resident affected by LA wildfires
President Joe Biden announced Monday that federal aid is flowing to Los Angeles as California battles its worst wildfires in state history, with containment levels varying from 14% in Pacific Palisades to 100% in Ventura.
Fire victims find help with federal aid at LA County libraries
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Getting aid for fire damage calls for patience, federal official says
It starts with contacting your insurance company and after that “the process itself is long,” FEMA administrator says.
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Federal government awards $173K to city of St. Pete to keep the lights on at fleet management
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