$770 Payments Are Just One Form of Federal Aid to L.A. Fire Victims
President Joe Biden said victims of the California fires are eligible for a $770 payment for necessities like food and fuel. Social media posts misleadingly suggested the payment would be the only federal aid for those affected by the fires.
How California fire victims can apply for FEMA $770 payment and federal aid
People affected by the California wildfires are eligible for a one-time $770 payment from the Federal Emergency Management Agency program. The big picture: The wildfires across Los Angeles could be the costliest natural disaster in U.
Fire victims find help with federal aid at LA County libraries
For two days starting Sunday, Jan. 12, the Federal Emergency Management Agency opened centers in eight L.A. County libraries to help victims of the fires apply for government aid, housing help and other resources.
California wildfire victims can eligible for $770 FEMA payment: Here's how to apply
If you’re impacted by the California wildfires, the FEMA checks can help cover the cost of essential items like water, formula, gas and meds.
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).
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.
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FEMA trailers coming to Helene-affected Tennessee counties
The Federal Emergency Management Agency has begun moving trailers into areas of East Tennessee affected by Hurricane Helene.
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