Federal officials have announced multiple housing assistance programs for Los Angeles County residents displaced by the January wildfires. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is offering several options, including hotel stays and rental support.
Eligible residents will receive notification through automated calls, texts, or emails about participating in the Transitional Sheltering Assistance (TSA) program. In this program, FEMA directly pays for room costs, taxes, and pet fees, while survivors cover additional expenses like meals and parking.
FEMA is also providing Displacement Assistance, offering upfront funds for immediate housing needs. This money can be used for hotel stays or other temporary housing arrangements. Additional rental assistance is available for those who received initial displacement funds but still need housing support.
Residents who have already paid for hotels may apply for reimbursement through the Lodging Expense Reimbursement program. Those with receipts can upload them to DisasterAssistance.gov. FEMA assistance is available until March 10, and applications can be submitted online, by phone, or in person at a Disaster Recovery Center.
For more information on wildfire recovery resources and programs, visit CA.gov/LAFires or fema.gov/disaster/4856.
Source: https://smdp.com/news/fema-offering-disaster-relief-to-fire-victims