Updated 2/23/23

California Counties that have received a Disaster Declaration from FEMA and are eligible for Individual assistance

  • Alameda (County)
  • Amador (County)
  • Calaveras (County)
  • Contra Costa (County)
  • Mendocino (County)
  • Merced (County)
  • Monterey (County)
  • Sacramento (County)
  • San Joaquin (County)
  • San Luis Obispo (County)
  • San Mateo (County)
  • Santa Barbara (County)
  • Santa Cruz (County)
  • Ventura (County)

Apply for assistance at: https://www.disasterassistance.gov

Español: https://www.disasterassistance.gov/es

Or call the hotline at: 800-621-3362

Be sure to fill out all required fields. Without a completed application, FEMA will be unable to make a decision based on qualification.

Remember if you are denied, read your letter thoroughly to see why. Many times a denial is made due to an incomplete application. 

It is also good to know what information FEMA will require.

We also recommend checking out the FEMA mobile app: https://www.fema.gov/about/news-multimedia/mobile-products

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