The recent storms have been devastating for families and farmers in the Central Valley, with homes, critical infrastructure, and livelihoods damaged by flooding. State and local resources have been seriously strained due to the ongoing response and recovery efforts. This week Governor Newsom requested a Major Disaster Declaration for the counties most impacted.
This week, I co-led all 52 members of the California Congressional Delegation, as well as both of California’s Senators, in a bipartisan letter to President Biden urging him to approve California’s request. I urge President Biden to move as quickly as possible to approve the Governor’s request to deliver much-needed assistance to the Central Valley residents impacted by these storms.
You can read the full letter here.
In order for additional federal resources to be made available to our state, the Governor’s office has to accurately report the damages these storms have caused. California Office of Emergency Services is required to justify a request for additional federal support from the Federal Emergency Management Agency by presenting the reported costs and losses that the public reports.
If you have experienced weather-related damages or losses during these storms, it is critical to report them to your respective counties
Kings County Flood Damage Survey
Tulare County Flood Damage Survey
Kern County Flood Damage Survey
Don’t forget to:
- Sign up for your county’s emergency alert system and follow evacuation orders
- Do not travel to see dangerous weather events
- Report property damages to your county