Almeda wildfire debris removal is nearing completion. The deadline to apply for no-cost property cleanup is June 7, 2021

Learn more about the timeline and progress of wildfire debris cleanup efforts.

Looking for a way to help those affected by the wildfires? 

Rogue Food Unites is still delivering food to fire survivors in need.  Email info@RogueFoodUnites.org for more info. 

John Vial of the Emergency Operations Center presented an update concerning overall efforts & upcoming deadlines.

The temporary hotel shelters previously managed by the Red Cross are now operated by the Oregon Dept of Human Services. Wildfire survivors should call 833-669-0554 for help with hotel or meal issues.

Participating property owners must provide information to help crews plan and schedule upcoming wildfire debris cleanup work.

Join the wildfire recovery effort as a Debris Monitor.  Debris Monitors will be responsible for monitoring the Hauler trucks as they clear debris while documenting their daily activities and ensuring that debris clean-up complies with federal regulations.  No experience needed.  $14/hour to start. Get more information and apply today!

Adults and children experiencing emotional distress related to the wildfires can access free, confidential, crisis counseling and support.  The Disaster Distress Helpine is available 24/7, 365-day-a-year. Call 1-800-985-5990 or text TalkWithUs to 66746 to connect with a trained crisis counselor.

Completing a disaster loan application may be crucial to your recovery.  Next to insurance, an SBA low-interest disaster loan is the primary source of funds for property repairs and for replacing contents destroyed during the recent Oregon wildfires.  Businesses, organizations, and families may be eligible.

Find out what's being done to safeguard water quality and protect public health after the fire.

The deadline to apply for FEMA assistance was Nov. 30, 2020.  If you did apply in time, you have 12 months to let FEMA know if your insurance coverage was not enough. If you did not apply in time, other types of assistance may be available. 

The Salvation Army and Kelly's Automotive are helping match fire survivors with donated vehicles.  

Fire survivors may receive up to $2,500 to help rebuild their lives.  Applications for the first round of grants were due November 15, but you can still contact United Way for help.

Free advisory services for fire-impacted businesses are available through the SBDC.

If you want government to lead and help pay for removal of hazardous waste and debris from your property, you must submit a Right of Entry form before June 7, 2021 to grant permission for the removal to occur.

Free or low-cost legal assistance is available for fire survivors.  Get help with insurance claims, benefit claims, landlord-tenant disputes, contracts, and other legal issues arising from the disaster.

Where to go to replace passports, green cards, Social Security cards, Medicare cards, tax returns, military records, and US savings bonds

Criminals often try to take advantage of disaster survivors by posing as aid workers, charities, insurance agents, or government officials. Real aid workers never ask for money and always carry official identification.

Answers to frequently asked questions regarding septic damage and inspections.