It has been an honor serving as @FEMA Administrator for nearly four years. The FEMA family takes immense pride in our mission of helping people before, during and after disasters. I know the agency will continue to serve the nation as we support this peaceful transition of power.

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#LosAngelesFires: As of today, we registered 49K+ people for federal aid. Yesterday, we opened two Disaster Recovery Centers in Los Angeles & Pasadena for survivors to get in-person help with disaster assistance. To find the nearest DRC, text “DRC” & your ZIP Code to 43362.

Over the last seven days, communities in Southern California have experienced horrific loss due to wildfires. President Biden and I have remained in close contact with federal, state, and local officials, and our Administration will continue to provide resources to support

Thanks to the prepositioning of hundreds of personnel and firefighting equipment across Southern California, 11 new fires that broke out overnight were quickly extinguished — including the Auto Fire in Ventura County.

First responders & firefighters are working diligently to respond to the #EatonFire in California. This continues to be a dangerous situation & we continue to work with our partners to support our firefighters. Thank you for your commitment to ensure the safety of survivors.

These damage assessments for the Eaton and Palisades fires need to get done in no more than 14 days. This is a crucial step as we rebuild our communities — not just as they were, but stronger, safer, and more resilient.

.@FEMA has been on the ground in California, working with federal, state, and local partners to support critical response efforts in communities impacted by the ongoing fires. @DHSgov is with you as long as it takes. #WeAreDHS

Our Regional Administrator Bob Fenton gives an update on @FEMA's #LAFires efforts. As of today, we have registered over 18K survivors & approved 4.2M in serious needs assistance. @FEMA will remain in California for as long as it takes to support these impacted communities.

A lot of misinformation out there. Just launched a new site to ensure the public has access to fact-based data around the Southern CA wildfires. The TRUTH: - CA did NOT cut our firefighting budget. We have nearly doubled the size of our firefighting army and built the world’s

.@FEMA_deanne and USFA Administrator @DrLoriUSFA engage with state and local officials in Los Angeles. Our teams remain are on the ground to support response efforts for as long as we're needed.

If you're looking for ways to help communities recover from the #LAFires, we gathered these quick resources to get you started. For more information, visit: https://t.co/wl8NMchjSr

.@POTUS approved a Major Disaster declaration this week in CA, allowing survivors to access resources & federal funding to jumpstart their recovery. In the video below, Dana talks about her experience applying for assistance & how easy the process was on her road to recovery.

I spoke with Administrator @FEMA_Deanne about the work @FEMA's doing to help victims of the ongoing Los Angeles wildfires. Grateful for FEMA's partnership as we work to support impacted communities. Learn more about receiving federal assistance ➡️ https://t.co/DRDs0YdieG

I met with @GavinNewsom to assess the damages from the devastating wildfires in Los Angeles. Our @FEMA teams are working diligently on the ground working with local & state officials & are committed to the safety of the affected communities.

Today, I directed @TDEM to deploy firefighters, fire engines, & firefighting equipment to help battle wildfires in California. Join Cecilia & me in prayer for those who lost their lives, for the heroic first responders, & for California. Texas stands with our fellow Americans.

First responders battling the historic, hurricane-force fires in Southern California this week are receiving more resources, faster. Thank you to our local, state, federal, and out-of-state mutual aid partners for keeping our communities safe.

UPDATE on the fires caused by hurricane-force winds in SoCal: #PalisadesFire: 22,660 acres (11% containment) #EatonFire: 14,117 acres (15% containment) #KennethFire: 1,052 acres (80% containment) #HurstFire: 799 acres (76% containment) + both #SunsetFire & #LidiaFire are at 100%

If you received a letter saying you were not eligible for disaster assistance due to the California wildfires, please read the letter carefully. We may just need additional information from you to continue processing your case. Call our helpline at 1-800-621-3362. More info ⤵️

For information from our agency on the California wildfires, visit https://t.co/wl8NMchjSr. You can find: • Help for affected individuals & families. • Local & state resources. • How to help.