Help for Those Impacted by Jan 22, 2024 Storm and Flooding
FEMA Assistance
Residents
and businesses impacted by severe storms and flooding from Jan. 21 –
23, 2024, may qualify for federal assistance. FEMA Individual and
Households Program Assistance provides financial help and services.
Low interest loans are also available for households and business
through the Small Business Administration.
To
apply and learn more about FEMA assistance:
- Apply online at DisasterAssistance.gov
- Use the FEMA App by downloading the app via text messaging. On an Android device, text ANDROID to 43362; on an Apple device, text APPLE to 43362.
- Call the FEMA Helpline at 1 (800) 621-3362
- Visit a FEMA Disaster Recovery Center location
FEMA Lodging and Rental Assistance
FEMA rental assistance is a temporary grant to survivors to pay for somewhere to live while they repair or rebuild their home.
You can find more information on what a FEMA Rental Assistance grant may cover and what to do after you apply in English and Spanish.
FEMA housing support is separate from the County of San Diego Temporary Lodging program.
SBA Assistance
- The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is offering low-interest disaster loans for residents and businesses impacted by the severe storm and flooding.
- To apply and learn more
about SBA disaster loans:
- Apply online at SBA.gov/disaster, call the SBA Customer Service Center at 800-659-2955 or email disastercustomerservice@sba.gov
- Facts sheets in English and Spanish
- Visit the SBA Business Recovery Center in National City
Food
For emergency food resources, reach out to one of the following organizations:
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Meals on Wheels: 619-260-6110
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San Diego Food Bank: 1-866-350-FOOD {3663)
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Feeding San Diego: 858-452-3663
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2-1-1 San Diego: 2-1-1
Food Assistance (CalFresh) or Temporary Cash Assistance (CalWORKs or General Relief): go to benefitscal.com, call the Access Customer Service Center at 866-262-9881 or visit a local Family Resource Center.
Clothing
Salvation Army: Call 619-231-6000 if you need clothing, socks, underwear or hygiene products.
Health
If you do not have a doctor or medical provider and need
care: Call 2-1-1 to get connected
with a provider nearest you.
If you need help finding mental health resources or crisis support: Call 9-8-8. For emergencies, please dial 9-1-1.
Utilities
San Diego Gas & Electric: Customers who were impacted by the storm can visit the SDG&E Storm Recovery page or call their Customer Care Center at 1-800-411-7343.
Debris Removal
The County Department of Public Works is picking up flood-damaged debris and items from homes in the unincorporated communities weather permitting. Call 858-495-5700.
Do not put debris near the curb during rainy weather where it can wash away and cause a hazard.
For additional storm recovery resources, call 2-1-1.
Other
resources
Home/Business Property Tax Relief: Visit the Assessor/Recorder/County Clerk's office to see if you qualify for Flood Property Tax Relief or email arcchelp@sdcounty.ca.gov. Recorder/County Clerk staff are also available to answer questions and help with requests for replacement copies of vital records and property deeds.
For people experiencing homelessness, resources may be available. Visit the Housing Services page to learn more about housing services in cities and in the unincorporated areas of the County.
Pet owners: If you live in the unincorporated area, you can get help with supplies or obtain copies of documents by contacting the Department of Animal Services at DASInfo@sdcounty.ca.gov, 619-767-2675 or sddac.com.
Pet owners in other jurisdictions can visit the San Diego Humane Society’s support page or call 619-299-7012 for assistance.
Donation Information
The best way to help people affected by the storm is to donate money to a trusted local organization. Donations of clothing and household items can be difficult to distribute and store. County Emergency Services and the San Diego Foundation set up the San Diego Flood Response Fund to collect donations to fund local non-profits helping those impacted by the storms.
Consumer Protection Resources
Tenant Protection Measures for Those Impacted by the
Jan. 22, 2024 Flooding
Price Gouging and Fraud Protection
Additional Resources
211 San Diego or call 2-1-1 or 800-227-0997 for information and referrals to services.
City Virtual Local Assistance Center
City of San Diego Storm Response and Recovery
National City Storm Preparedness, Response and Recovery Information
City of Coronado Storm Preparedness and Planning Information
San Diego Regional Economic Development Corporation Flood Related Business Resources
Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Disaster Assistance and Flood Resources
The Red Guide to Recovery: A Resource Handbook for Disaster Survivors is a comprehensive, easy-to-read post incident recovery tool that walks disaster survivors step-by-step through the recovery process. Disaster survivors are often overwhelmed by stress and uncertainty after a loss caused by a natural or manmade disaster, and the handbook addresses such stress and uncertainty by providing the information and tools survivors need to cope with a disaster. Learn more
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