California recovery resources

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The following are state resources specifically to aid California residents in the recovery process a wildfire disaster.

; In an effort to assist victims of these devastating fires, DOI works closely with other federal, state and local agencies to assist in recovery issues related to insurance. Californians should work with their agent, insurer claims adjuster, and insurer with a goal of achieving a settlement that they believe is fair and consistent with their coverage. For questions about insurance or a dispute with an insurer, please contact DOI at 1-800-927-4357.
Cal OES is responsible for overseeing and coordinating emergency preparedness, response, recovery, and homeland security activities within the state of California. Cal OES regularly dispatches team members to join first responders, emergency leaders, and those affected by disasters that threaten public safety, to tell their stories and provide information essential to the public.
) –As a consumer protection agency, and in its role regulating California’s construction industry, CSLB is responsible for protecting those whose homes and property are directly affected by wildfires, as well as other catastrophic events like floods, mudflows, earthquakes, and pipeline explosions. or .��
is dedicated to the fire protection and stewardship of over 31 million acres of California’s privately-owned wildlands. In addition, the CAL FIRE provides varied emergency services in 36 of the State’s 58 counties via contracts with local governments. CAL FIRE provides regular updates about fire incidents and detailed maps of fire areas.

Public Safety Power ShutOff

: The California Health Alert Network is a web-based system that provides emergency planning and response communication with public health partners. Public Safety Power Shutoff alerts along with other public health alerts are distributed via this system.
: Learn how to prepare for when your local energy company may need to turn off power during extreme weather or wildfire conditions. This page also provides links where you can sign up to receive early warning notifications from your electric company regarding power safety shutoffs in your area.
: Sign up to receive outage alerts.
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: Guide to help customers and the community to prepare for power outages.

Wildfire Relief

has supported the immediate relief efforts and long-term recovery of wildfire-impacted communities since 2003 with its .
provides relief and recovery services to those affected by wildfires in Napa Valley.
supports recovery and rebuilding efforts in Solano County with its .
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can direct you to local efforts in Northern California to ensure undocumented families impacted by wildfires have support and resources necessary to recover and rebuild their lives.
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The Diocese of Sacramento is collecting donations to provide direct financial assistance to fire victims at its .
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The California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is offering limited services to residents affected by the wildfires raging across the state. Fire victims who need to replace lost or damaged DMV-related documents can do so free of charge at assistance centers in the impacted areas. Fire victims also can receive support at , by calling DMV customer service at 1-800-777-0133 or by visiting
provides 24/7, 365-day-a-year crisis counseling and support to people experiencing emotional distress related to natural or human-caused disasters. Call 1-800-985-5990 or text TalkWithUs to 66746 to connect with a trained crisis counselor.
To assist wildfire victims, the California Department of Insurance developed a guide to expedite the recovery process.
This USEPA website provides guidance on what to do if you or your family is impacted by wildfire smoke from a wildfire near your home, office, school.
This USEPA website provides local air quality conditions and forecasts.
This ready.gov web page explains how to prepare your home during a fire weather watch alert.
(CalEPA) This CalEPA web page provides various resources and references pertaining to wildfire emergency preparedness, response and clean up.

Wildland Fire Safety for Livestock and Pets

Wildfire Preparedness

(California Area IHS) (PDF) This California Area IHS factsheet lists what you can do now to prepare for wildfire season and protect your family's health.��
(CalFire) (PDF) This CalFire guide explains how to create a defensible space around your property.
(FEMA) (PDF) A ready.gov booklet which explains how to protect yourself and your property from wildfire.
(CalFire, 2018) (PDF) A CalFire Wildfire Actions Guide for what to do before, during and after a wildfire.
(FEMA, 2015) (PDF) This ready.gov booklet describes how to prepare for a wildfire.
(USEPA, 2018) (PDF) USEPA fact sheet that provides steps you can take to protect you and your family during this year's wildfire season.
(2019, Sempra Energy, Edison Electric, PG&E) A website dedicated to providing guidance to California residents on how to prepare for public safety power shutdowns in their area.
(2019, Sempra Energy, Edison Electric, PG&E). Guidance on the selection and safe usage of backup emergency generator.��

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