$750 Financial Aid for Wildfire Victims in Southern California
The Inland SoCal United Way is providing crucial financial support to families impacted by recent wildfires in Southern California. This initiative offers $750 in relief to eligible households affected by the ongoing Line Fire and other major fires in the region. The aid is intended to help cover costs such as replacing lost items and paying for temporary housing.
Financial Assistance and Eligibility
Due to high demand, applications for this relief have surpassed the available funding, but new applicants will be added to a waitlist. Households in Riverside County, San Bernardino County, and the Pomona Valley Region of East Los Angeles County that meet the eligibility requirements can receive the $750 aid. This support can be used for various expenses, including hotel stays, deposits on new housing, and other fire-related needs. Eligibility is based on demonstrated need resulting from the wildfires For more details on the assistance program, visit Big Bear Grizzly.
Impact of Recent Wildfires
The Line Fire, a major wildfire burning through the San Bernardino Mountains, has already destroyed over 38,000 acres and is currently 29% contained. This fire has led to evacuations in several communities, including Mountain Home Village, Forest Falls, Angelus Oaks, and Seven Oaks, affecting thousands of residents. Additionally, the Bridge Fire near Wrightwood has burned 54,000 acres and caused significant property damage. Both fires have resulted in widespread disruption, injuries, and loss of property.
Disaster Unemployment Assistance
In response to these wildfires, the California Employment Development Department (EDD) provides Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA) to individuals affected by the fires. Typically, there is a one-week waiting period for Unemployment Insurance (UI), but the Governor’s Emergency Proclamations have waived this waiting period for those impacted by the current wildfires. This means individuals can receive benefits for the first week of unemployment caused by the disaster.
The Inland SoCal United Way’s relief efforts are a vital part of the broader response to the wildfire crisis. Community members who qualify are encouraged to apply for assistance and stay informed about additional resources available through local and state agencies.
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This support highlights the community’s resilience and the ongoing efforts to aid those severely affected by these devastating wildfires.