California Wildfires
FEMA is actively contacting California Wildfire survivors to determine their housing needs and working diligently to identify additional short-term and long-term housing options. Start your recovery process by registering at DisasterAssistance.gov or call 800-621-3362. Please continue to follow directions from local officials.
Hurricane Michael
Individuals or businesses that suffered damages from Hurricane Michael can check their eligibility for different types of disaster assistance online, by calling 800-621-3362, or by visiting a disaster recovery center. The deadline to register for disaster assistance is the following: GA (12/13/2018) & FL (12/17/2018).
Disaster Recovery Reform Act of 2018
On Oct. 5, 2018, President Trump signed the Disaster Recovery Reform Act of 2018 into law, these reforms acknowledge the shared responsibility of disaster response and recovery, aim to reduce the complexity of FEMA and build the nation’s capacity for the next catastrophic event.
Super Typhoon Yutu
If you received damage from Super Typhoon Yutu,you may be eligible for assistance. Apply by visiting DisasterAssistance.gov.
Hurricane Florence
The federal government continues to stand strong with survivors impacted by Hurricane Florence. If you were affected, start the recovery process to build back stronger. The deadline to register for disaster assistance is 12/13/2018.
Hurricane Maria
FEMA continues to help both Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands to build back stronger. Survivors can view their status online or call 1-800-621-3362.
FEMA Podcast
This week on the podcast, we had a discussion with the Director of FEMA’s Office of External Affairs, Jessi Nalepa to discuss what is included in the Disaster Recovery Reform Act of 2018 (DRRA).
DisasterAssistance.gov
There are new procedures in place to access your online FEMA assistance account on DisasterAssistance.gov.
