Fact Check: Posts misstate FEMA budget capability for California wildfire response
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has billions of dollars in disaster funds, which are used to reimburse states for eligible recovery efforts after major disasters, contrary to posts online saying FEMA has “no money” to respond to the wildfires in southern California.
Dogs visit FEMA centers to comfort those impacted by Southern California wildfires
Southern California residents are being proactive about new fire threats while others are in the process of healing and recovering from what has burned down.
High fire danger continues in Southern California with new Hughes fire prompting evacuations
Santa Ana winds continue to blow through Los Angeles area Thursday, enabling wildfires and challenging firefighting efforts.
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?!”
The Southern California Wildfires: How Small Businesses Can Help
Recovery work is underway to help the thousands of Californians and small businesses that have been impacted by wildfires. Here is how small businesses can help.
Southern California air quality monitors issue dust and ash alert amid windy conditions
Southern California air quality monitors issued a dust and ash alert for all of Los Angeles County as strong Santa Ana winds blow through the Eaton and Palisades burn scars. The windblown advisory is expected to be until 6 p.
If You Live In an Area Hit By California Wildfires, You Can Pause Your Student Loan Payments
If you live in an area affected by the California wildfires, you may qualify for temporary relief from federal student loan payments.
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California wildfire victims can eligible for $770 FEMA payment: Here's how to apply
Live Wednesday updates:Santa Ana winds threaten progress on Southern California wildfires Here's what to know about the $770 FEMA payment, including how to apply. FEMA may be able to cover certain ...
Former FEMA administrator on wildfire recovery: 'A painful process'
As winds die down in Southern California, firefighters have been able to get some of the most devastating wildfires under control. But as residents are allowed to return to the areas, the challenges of recovery are becoming painfully clear.
Southern California's winds weakening; at least 25 dead, 26 missing amid wildfires
Fires across the Los Angeles area have killed at least 25 people. The Palisades and Eaton fires continue to burn in Southern California.
California family heartbroken after losing late child's ashes in wildfire: 'Surreal nightmare'
Los Angeles couple Giorgi and Leonardo Antinori lost their home to wind-fueled wildfires, but the loss of their late daughter's ashes only intensified the heartbreak.
L.A. Fires: Progress in Southern California containment efforts as winds weaken
Fires across the Los Angeles area have killed more than two dozen people. Weaker winds enabled firefighters to make inroads containing the Palisades and Eaton fires.