Fact Sheets
Acequias impacted by the Hermit’s Peak/Calf Canyon Fire can seek compensation for necessary work performed using their own resources, such as personnel hours, equipment and materials, due to damages resulting from the wildfire and cascading impacts.
As eligible homeowners and renters affected by the March and April storms, tornadoes and flooding in Arkansas begin receiving funds from FEMA, be assured that federal disaster assistance funds are tax free. A FEMA decision letter will spell out the proper use of the funds. FEMA urges you to use the funds as stated in your award letter and only for disaster-related expenses.
Survivors who received two months of initial rental assistance from FEMA may be eligible for additional rental funds, known as Continued Temporary Housing Assistance. This assistance is available for survivors who cannot live in their homes because of recent flooding, storms, and tornadoes in Kentucky.
If you receive a letter from FEMA about your disaster assistance eligibility and disagree with FEMA’s decision or award amount, you can appeal the decision. FEMA might need more information to continue processing your application.
You applied for FEMA disaster assistance and received a decision letter explaining what money you are approved for. You believe you should have received more money to help with your recovery. You have 60 days to ask FEMA to reconsider any decision or award amount.
If you applied for FEMA assistance, you will receive a letter in the mail or via email. The letter will explain your application status and how to respond. It is important to read the letter carefully because it will include the amount of assistance FEMA may provide and information on the appropriate use of disaster funds.
This fact sheet gives an overview of hazard mitigation planning for Tribal Nations and governments.
FEMA continues to support the overall wellbeing of wildfire survivors through referrals to appropriate resources for difficulties which are outside the scope of the agency.
FEMA disaster assistance is not just for homeowners. It’s also available to renters, including students, and it can cover such expenses as furniture, job-related equipment, your primary vehicle, even medical and dental bills. Below are answers to your frequently asked questions.
Texas homeowners and renters with losses after the severe storms and flooding that occurred March 26-28, 2025, may want more information about their eligibility for FEMA disaster assistance. Here are answers to your frequently asked questions.