Homeowners and renters in San Mateo County with damage or losses due to the series of storms, which began on New Year's Eve, can apply for federal disaster assistance.
“Flooding, mudslides and power outages damaged many homes across San Mateo County,” said Dave Pine, president of the San Mateo County Board of Supervisors.
The funds follow an emergency declaration by President Joe Biden earlier this month in response to winter storms that prompted evacuations, flooding and property damage.
San Mateo County declared a local disaster on Jan. 3. Due to the amount of local damage, San Mateo County has been added to the major disaster declaration for California’s severe storms and flooding.
The assistance can help pay for temporary housing, home repairs and other needs like transportation. Disaster assistance may include grants to help pay for temporary housing and essential home repairs and other serious disaster-related needs such as medical and dental expenses, transportation, childcare and moving and storage expenses.
There are several ways that you can apply for FEMA assistance:
- Visit DisasterAssistance.gov
- Download the FEMA mobile app
- Call the FEMA Helpline at 800-621-3362
The deadline to apply is March 16. For more information, click here.
Bay City News contributed to this report.
