Lilac Fire Victims Can Apply for FEMA Aid

San Diego County residents impacted by the fast-moving Lilac fire in North County can register for disaster assistance with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).FEMA is accepting applications for all Southern California residents who suffered damage or losses from the recent wildfires and flooding, mudslides, and debris flow. This includes residents of Santa Barbara, Ventura, Los Angeles and San Diego counties. Feline Felony: Kitten Caper Caught by Home Surveillance More than 100 homes were destroyed or damaged by the 4,100-acre Lilac Fire that broke out along Interstate 15 near Bonsall on Dec. 7, 2017. The fire devastated the rural North County community known for its farms and ranches. Residents whose property was affected can apply online DisasterAssistance.gov or by phone at 800-621-3362 or (TTY) 800-462-7585. Phone lines are open seven days a week from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. Community Rallies Around Surfer Girl With Brain Tumor FEMA asks applicants to provide their Social Security number, address, and phone number, description of the damage, insurance coverage information and a bank account or routing numbers for direct deposit of funds.FEMA suggests residents register even if they have insurance. Prosecutor: Impostor Doctor Tried to Access Patient Records at Local Hospital For more details on how to register visit: www.fema.gov/disaster/4353.Photo Credit: NBC 5 News
Source: NBC San Diego