As numerous wildfires continue to rage across the region, destroying thousands of houses and burning vegetation throughout the county, President Joe Biden has approved additional government help for Los Angeles County.
According to a government Emergency Management Agency release, “The President’s action makes federal funding available to affected individuals in Los Angeles County.” “Assistance can include grants for temporary housing and home repairs, low-cost loans to cover uninsured property losses and other programs to help individuals and business owners recover from the effects of the disaster.”
In the wake of three large flames that broke out on Tuesday, California Governor Gavin Newsom already received Fire Management Assistance Grants, which this help builds upon.
The primary goal of the FMAG assistance is to compensate local law enforcement agencies for the enormous resources they used to fight fires.
In a statement released on Wednesday, Governor Newsom said, “The situation in Los Angeles is extremely dangerous and rapidly changing.” “President Biden’s swift action is a huge lift for California as we throw everything we can into protecting residents with substantial state, local and federal resources.”
Debris removal and other emergency protection measures can also be funded on a cost-sharing basis by state, tribal, select nonprofit groups, and eligible municipal governments, according to a statement from Newsom’s office.
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