OREGONIANS AFFECTED BY WILDFIRES
[https://www.fema.gov/fact-sheet/4562/oregonianos-afectados-por-los-incendios]


Release Date: 
Th9 19, 2020 

APPLY FOR FEMA ASSISTANCE

Registration is open for those affected by wildfires in Clackamas,
Douglas, Jackson, Klamath, Lane, Lincoln, Linn, and Marion counties.
Register by visiting DISASTERASSISTANCE.GOV
[https://www.disasterassistance.gov/], calling 800-621-3362 or using
the FEMA app.

STAY INFORMED 

Stay informed by CALLING 211 or visiting WILDFIRE.OREGON.GOV
[https://wildfire.oregon.gov/]. This Oregon Wildfire Resource website
includes the latest information and resources available to those
affected by wildfires.

BE SAFE

If you are in an evacuation zone, heed warnings, and follow local
official recommendations without delay. If you are in a safe place,
you can help by staying home and off the road.

 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ON:

APPLYING FOR FEMA ASSISTANCE

 	* Registration is open for those affected by the wildfires in the
eight designated counties. If you have phone or internet access,
register by visiting disasterassistance.gov
[https://www.disasterassistance.gov/], calling 800-621-3362 or using
the FEMA app.
 	* The Major Disaster declaration for the State of Oregon triggered
the release of federal funds for Individual Assistance for Clackamas,
Douglas, Jackson, Klamath, Lane, Lincoln, Linn, and Marion Counties.
 	* Do not wait for a fixed location to register for assistance.
 	* Save your receipts and take photos before you begin the clean-up
process. Documentation of losses will help FEMA process your claim.
 	* Disaster assistance may 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.

STAYING INFORMED 

 	* Stay informed by dialing 211 or 866-698-6155. You can also text
your zip code to 898211 (TXT211).
 	* For a list of temporary shelters, see the Red Cross Oregon website
[http://redcross.org/local/oregon].
 	* Visit ORVOAD.org [https://orvoad.communityos.org/cms/] to find out
how to help Oregonians and donate to response organizations.
 	* Contact your insurance company as soon as possible to discuss
homeowner insurance policies and wildfire coverage.  Visit Oregon
Insurance Commission’s website for information on wildfire insurance
resources
[https://dfr.oregon.gov/insure/home/storm/Pages/wildfires.aspx].

HOW TO BE SAFE 

 	* Amid wildfire, smoke and erratic weather, the COVID-19 pandemic is
still rampant. Face coverings are required in all parts of the state
and Oregonians are reminded to maintain social distancing, and wash
hands frequently.
 	* The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s
Disaster Distress Helpline
[https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/disaster-distress-helpline] provides
24/7 counseling and support to people experiencing emotional distress
related to disasters. Call SAMHSA’s Disaster Distress Helpline
[https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/disaster-distress-helpline] at
800-985-5990 or text TALKWITHUS to 66746 to speak to a trained crisis
counselor.