L.A. wildfire survivors struggling with FEMA applications could benefit from disaster case managers
Nearly three weeks after the Eaton Fire destroyed their Altadena home, Pete and Angela Mitchell need answers on what to do next. They registered for FEMA assistance, but got a letter of non-approval.
Evacuation order issued in Old Fort due to wildfire
An “out of control” wildfire has prompted an evacuation order for residents near Bat Cave Road in Old Fort, according to McDowell County Emergency Management.
Trump Threatens To Get Rid of FEMA During Visit to North Carolina—and Says He'll 'Permanently Fix' Wildfire-Stricken Los Angeles
Donald Trump, who has been a vocal critic of the Biden administration’s response to Hurricane Helene, which struck North Carolina in September 2024, said that he would like to see states assume more responsibility in the aftermath of natural disasters, rather than the federal government.
Map shows rising wildfire threat across the U.S.: See if you're affected
A combination of hotter and drier weather and more people living in places that naturally burn are making things complicated.
California Wildfire Relief at Risk After Trump Funding Freeze
Concerns arose that the freeze could affect California wildfire relief, particularly that from federal agencies such as the Federal Emergency Management Agency. Trump has often criticized FEMA and has hinted at overhauling the agency.
Hit by Wildfire? Here’s How to Deal With Insurers and FEMA.
You don’t need to settle for what your insurance company or the government first offers. And you don’t have to fight alone.
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.
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Property owners can now opt in or out of Army Corps of Engineers wildfire debris removal
Starting Tuesday, residents whose homes were damaged or destroyed in the Los Angeles County wildfires can opt in to have the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers clear debris from their properties for free.
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?!”
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Federal judge pauses federal funding freeze; potential impact on FEMA money remains unclear
Just four minutes before a federal funding freeze ordered by President Donald Trump’s administration was set to take effect, a federal judge put a temporary halt to the order, calling
INTERVIEW: Congressman Vince Fong breaks down Trump's wildfire relief plan
Republican Congressman Vince Fong from Bakersfield, California met with President Donald Trump when he visited the wildfire victims. He sat with him on a round
Washington wildfire prevention, Spokane County fire relief among funding frozen by Trump order
A Tuesday order from President Donald Trump that froze federal funding to assess diversity programs and organizations that don't adhere to his plans also froze funding for integral wildfire prevention programs around Washington.