Source: US Federal Emergency Management Agency
Headline: Update Your FEMA Application as You Return to Your Property
Update Your FEMA Application as You Return to Your Property
LOS ANGELES – As survivors return to their property, it is important survivors continue to update their FEMA application as they learn about the status of their property
If you initially indicated to FEMA that your home was inaccessible or that the damage was unknown, you will need to update your application when you learn about the status of your property
Once you are able to confirm the status of your damage, update your application immediately via the FEMA hotline or at a Disaster Recovery Center (DRC)
Missing or outdated information could delay your assistance
Updating the status of your property, can only be changed by speaking with a FEMA specialist either by phone at 800-621-3362 or by visiting a DRC
See locations below:Altadena540 West Woodbury Rd
Altadena, CA 91001Open Mon
–Sat
: 9 a
m
to 7 p
m
UCLA Research Park10850 West Pico Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90064Open Mon
–Sat
: 9 a
m
to 7 p
m
Disaster Recovery Centers are physically accessible to people with disabilities and others with access and functional needs
They are equipped with assistive technology and other resources to help ensure all applicants can access resources
Other examples of information that can only be updated in-person or by phone include: Changes to your application
Update your current mailing address
Update your current phone number
Correcting or verifying home and property damage, such as previously inaccessible or unknown damage changing to accessible or known damage type
A FEMA online account makes it easy to update other information such as your contact information and preferences and uploading documents
You can create an account at DisasterAssistance
gov
You can also download the FEMA Mobile App to your phone and keep track of information there
If you don’t have internet access or prefer visiting FEMA in person, our DRCs are available to assist with your needs
When contacting FEMA be sure to refer to the nine-digit application number you were issued when you applied
This number is included in all correspondence FEMA sends to you — it is very important to use this number
After you apply with FEMA, your request for assistance is reviewed to determine if an inspection is needed to confirm disaster-related damage to your home and personal property
FEMA home inspections are conducted in-person or virtually, and the inspector will contact you to make an appointment
If the inspection is in-person, the FEMA inspector will show you an official photo identification and will know your registration number; inspectors will never ask you for it (if asked, don’t provide it) There is no fee for the inspection
Read your determination letter closely to understand your next steps in the process and what additional documentation may be needed
The determination letter will also provide instructions on how you can appeal FEMA’s decision
For the latest information about California’s recovery, visit fema
gov/disaster/4856
Follow FEMA Region 9 @FEMARegion9 on X or follow FEMA on online, on X @FEMA or @FEMAEspanol, on FEMA’s Facebook page or Espanol page and at FEMA’s YouTube account
For preparedness information follow the Ready Campaign on X at @Ready
gov, on Instagram @Ready
gov or on the Ready Facebook page
California is committed to supporting residents impacted by the Los Angeles Hurricane-Force Firestorm as they navigate the recovery process
Visit CA
gov/LAFires for up-to-date information on disaster recovery programs, important deadlines, and how to apply for assistance
alberto
pillot
Sat, 03/15/2025 – 16:21