Storm Recovery Resources
Updated June 12, 2023
FEMA Disaster Recovery Center and Mobile Registration Intake Centers Now Open in Santa Clara County
Updated May 25, 2023
Santa Clara County is now approved for Individual Assistance for the storms Dec. 27-Jan 31. Applicants who are applying for Santa Clara County, CA for DR 4683 can continue to register for disaster assistance until July 25, 2023 by calling (800) 621-3362, 24 hours a day, Sun-Sat. Public Assistance was approved for Santa Clara County for the storms since February 21st. The application period ended on 5/16/23 for all other counties in this disaster.
You can check on the status of your application here on DisasterAssistance.Gov
February 17, 2023:
Updated February 6, 2023:
To best guide you through the recovery process, Congresswoman Eshoo has prepared the following helpful guide:
If you already have a case open with FEMA and would like additional assistance, please fill out the
sign, and return it to the Palo Alto District Office. For all other federal agencies, please see information here.
As always, staff are available to assist you at 650-323-2984 should you need additional assistance.
Updated on February 3, 2023:
San Mateo County announced that Mobile Registration Intake Centers will open in Pescadero, La Honda, and Half Moon Bay to help coastside residents affected by recent storms learn about available assistance from local, state and federal agencies. A Disaster Recovery Center will also open in San Mateo next week and remain open until February 23rd. The deadline to apply for FEMA disaster assistance is March 16, 2023.
Mobile Registration Intake Centers
Pescadero
Dates: February 8th and 9th
Location: La Honda-Pescadero Unified School District Board Room, 360 Butano Cutoff, Pescadero 94060
Hours: February 8: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
February 9: 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.
La Honda
Dates: February 10th and 11th
Location: La Honda Fire Brigade Station 57, 8945 La Honda Road, La Honda 94020
Hours: 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. both days
Half Moon Bay
Dates: February 12th and 13th
Location: Half Moon Bay Ted Adcock Community Center, 535 Kelly Ave., Half Moon Bay 94019
Hours: 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. both days
You can read the entire announcement from County of San Mateo with additional details regarding the Mobile Registration Intake Centers for costal residents here.
Updated on February 2, 2023:
The Major Disaster Declaration for the State of California (FEMA-4683-DR-CA) has been amended; Alameda, Contra Costa, and Mendocino Counties for Individual Assistance. Ventura County for Individual Assistance (already designated for Public Assistance). Alameda, Butte, Colusa, Fresno, Glenn, Humboldt, Los Angeles, Marin, Mendocino, Placer, Santa Clara, Siskiyou, Sonoma, Trinity, and Yolo Counties for Public Assistance. Calaveras and San Joaquin Counties forPublic Assistance (already designated for Individual Assistance). San Luis Obispo County for permanent work [Categories C-G] (already designated for Individual Assistance and assistance for debris removal and emergency protective measures [Categories A and B], including direct federal assistance, under the Public Assistance program).
Updated on January 31, 2023:
Guidance from FEMA on your determination letter -
Updated on January 30, 2023:
Reminder that The Major Disaster Declaration for the State of California (FEMA-4683-DR-CA) has been amended to include San Mateo County for Individual Assistance.
Congresswoman Eshoo is providing a valuable resource guide and assistance for those impacted by the winter storms.
- The fastest way to apply is through DisasterAssistance.gov. You can also apply through the FEMA mobile app or by calling 1-800-621-3362.
- If you already have a case open with FEMA and would like additional assistance, please fill out the sign, and return it to the Palo Alto District Office.
- For all other federal agencies, please see information here.
Updated on January 27, 2023:
The Major Disaster Declaration for the State of California (FEMA-4683-DR-CA) has been amended to include San Mateo County for Individual Assistance. You can read Congresswoman Eshoo and Congressman Mullin's press release on this important update here.
If you’ve been impacted by the storms and need assistance, please see resource guide here from FEMA to get started on the road to recovery.
Details from the FEMA Press Release can be found below:
San Mateo County has been added to the major disaster declaration for California’s severe storms and flooding, meaning residents who had damage or losses from the storms that began Dec. 27, 2022, may now apply for FEMA disaster assistance.
The declaration allows FEMA to provide direct support to individuals and households in nine counties: Calaveras, Merced, Monterey, Sacramento, San Joaquin, San Luis Obispo, San Mateo, Santa Barbara and Santa Cruz.
Homeowners and renters who had damage or losses as a direct result of the storms are encouraged to apply for FEMA assistance by the March 16, 2023, deadline. Disaster assistance may include grants to help pay for temporary housing and essential home repairs as well as other serious disaster-related needs such as medical and dental expenses, transportation, childcare, and moving and storage expenses.
If you have insurance, first file a claim with your insurance provider. FEMA provides assistance to applicants for your uninsured or underinsured disaster-caused expenses and serious needs.
There are several ways that you can apply for FEMA assistance under the Individual Assistance program:
- Visit DisasterAssistance.gov
- Download the FEMA mobile app
- Call the FEMA Helpline at 800-621-3362. Help is available in many languages. If you use video relay service (VRS), captioned telephone service or others, give FEMA the number for that service. Helpline operators speak many languages and lines are open from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. daily. Press 2 for Spanish. Press 3 for an interpreter who speaks your language.
- For an accessible video on how to apply, go to https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LU7wzRjByhI
- You can also visit a Disaster Recovery Center and meet with FEMA staff and representatives of other federal and state agencies who can provide information about disaster assistance. To find a recovery center near you, visit DRC Locator (fema.gov).
Updated on January 25, 2023:
In early January, President Biden approved California’s request for an emergency declaration for the severe winter storms hammering our communities. The declaration will help expedite federal resources to respond to the storm and aid in a speedy recovery by authorizing the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to identify, mobilize, and provide at its discretion, equipment and resources necessary to alleviate the impacts of the emergency.
Recovery Assistance and Information from Federal Agencies:
Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA): After a Federally Declared Disaster your first point of contact is (FEMA) (800) 621-FEMA (3362) TTY: (800) 462-7585. Visit https://www.disasterassistance.gov/to determine eligibility.
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA)’s Economic Injury Disaster Loans: Includes working capital loans to help small business, small agricultural cooperatives, small businesses engaged in aquaculture, and most private, non-profit organizations of all sizes meet their ordinary and necessary financial obligations that cannot be met as a direct result of the disaster. These loans are intended to assist through the disaster recovery period. Santa Clara and San Mateo Counties are eligible for Economic Injury Disaster Loans because they are contiguous to Santa Cruz County. See fact sheet here.
Internal Revenue Service: The IRS announced an extended tax filing deadline for California storm victims. Residents of areas affected by the natural disaster will now have until May 15, 2023, to file tax returns and make tax payments. The announcement with details can be found here.
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS): The USCIS offers services that may help people affected by unforeseen circumstances such as natural disasters in the United States and abroad. Visit the USCIS Special Situations page or call 800-375-5283 for more information about how you can obtain assistance if affected by extreme situations and unforeseen circumstances. For people with disabilities: (TTY) 800-767-1833 or (VRS) 877-709-5797.
Recovery Assistance and Information from Local Government:
Residents of San Mateo and Santa Clara Counties can find information on the progress of storm recovery and road closures below:
- Storm Recovery Resources
- Property Tax Relief
- Resources in each city
- County Asks Residents to Help Determine Storm Damage to Private Property in Unincorporated Areas
If you need help, you can call our office at (650) 323-2984. The weather changes frequently, but being prepared and knowing what to do and what services are available remain important.