FEMA, California

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?!”
What LA wildfire victims need to know about applying for FEMA assistance
As two FEMA Disaster Recovery Centers opened in West L.A. and Pasadena this week, we looked at some common issues people affected by the wildfires can run into. Brandi Richard Thompson, FEMA public affairs officer,
FEMA Faces Changes Amid California Wildfires
The Federal Emergency Management Agency is undergoing streamlining in Congress to make its disaster relief more effective.
What FEMA does for Californians affected by wildfires
FEMA provides assistance to individuals, local aid organizations, and state and local agencies before, during, and after disasters. What kind of help is available?
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.

NC, FEMA and Helene

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 accepting applications for Youth Preparedness Council
The Youth Preparedness Council brings together teens across the U.S who are engaged in community preparedness. The deadline ...
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FEMA expands private flood risk transfer with US$757.8 million reinsurance agreement
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has finalized its 2025 traditional reinsurance placement for the National ...
NC governor asks FEMA for 6-month Helene extension on temporary shelters
North Carolina Gov. Josh Stein (D) asked for an extension on funding from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) on ...
Gov. Stein urges 6-month extension from FEMA to keep eligible NC residents in hotels
Gov. Stein sent a letter Jan. 16 to FEMA's administrator, urging the agency allow eligible NC voucher holders to stay in ...
FEMA and the Disaster Recovery Coalition of America Sign Landmark Agreement to Strengthen Preparedness, Response, and Recovery Efforts
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the Disaster Recovery Coalition of America (DRCA) have signed a ...
Ted Budd calls on Trump to enact ‘desperately’ needed changes to FEMA
Sen. Ted Budd (R-NC) expressed enthusiasm for Donald Trump‘s return to the White House in a matter of days, saying that the ...
FEMA awards West Carroll Parish over $1M in disaster aid
MONROE, La. (KNOE) - Storm damage aid is coming to West Carroll Parish. Senator John Kennedy (R-La.) announced that ...