People affected by the California wildfires are eligible for a one-time $770 payment from the Federal Emergency Management Agency program. The big picture: The wildfires across Los Angeles could be the costliest natural disaster in U.

President Joe Biden said victims of the California fires are eligible for a $770 payment for necessities like food and fuel. Social media posts misleadingly suggested the payment would be the only federal aid for those affected by the fires.

Calif., says the best thing to do when seeking federal assistance is to call FEMA or go to their disaster recovery center at Pasadena City College

Los Angeles wildfire victims and evacuees can receive federal aid for expenses like rental costs and medical bills through the disaster relief efforts under the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).