Damaged Property

THOUSAND OAKS, Calif. – The deadline for residents affected by the Woolsey or Hill fires to apply for Individual Assistance through the Federal Emergency Management Agency is January 11, 2019. Ventura County residents can apply online or at the Disaster Recovery Centers FEMA is operating at: Malibu Courthouse 23525 Civic Center Way Malibu, CA 90265 […]

A Ventura County Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) is now open in Thousand Oaks to provide residents impacted by the California wildfires with local, state and federal disaster resources. FEMA, the State of California, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) and other agencies are available to provide information on services, explain assistance programs and help survivors […]

THREE WAYS TO APPLY TO SBA Apply online using SBA’s secure website at https://disasterloan.sba.gov/ela. Apply in person at any Disaster Recovery Center and receive personal, one-on-one help from an SBA representative. For additional information or to find a location near you, visit our website at https://disasterloan.sba.gov/ela, call SBA at (800) 659-2955 or email disastercustomerservice@sba.gov. Individuals […]

Inspection: Inspect the enclosure, barriers, the pool itself, safety equipment, pool recirculation equipment and plumbing, ancillary facilities, and all related appurtenances for any damaged or broken equipment. Plan check may be required for replacement or repair of equipment or structures at all permitted public swimming pool facilities. Contact the County of Ventura Environmental Health Division […]

As an owner of a private domestic water well that may be damaged by a wildfire, you may have some concerns about fire-related impacts to your well and water system. You may want to perform a visual inspection of their well and water system, including the piping and plumbing that provide water to and throughout […]

United Policyholders’* Roadmap to Recovery program provides guidance and support relevant to the recent fires, including helping navigate insurance claims toward a full, fair and prompt settlement, offering guidance on debris removal, temporary living arrangements, government aid, construction issues, hiring professional help and more. Resources include a the First Steps After a Disaster video, a library of tips, samples and tools, guidance […]

When rebuilding a home or structure destroyed by a fire, your existing septic system, may be utilized with approval from Ventura County Environmental Health Division. Older septic systems or cesspools may need to be brought into compliance with current codes, including connection to public sewer if available. Be sure to hire a licensed professional to […]

2-1-1 Ventura County is your connection to current and ongoing Woolsey/Hill Fire & Borderline Incident resources via phone by dialing 2-1-1 or by texting your zip code to 898211 24/7 in English and Spanish . You can also visit our website at  www.211ventura.org to get connected to our comprehensive 2-1-1 resource database and information regarding […]

Eating food that has been involved in a fire can be dangerous and may cause illness to you and your family. Do not try to save food after a fire. Discard all food that has been near a fire. Food exposed to fire can be damaged by the heat of the fire, smoke fumes, and […]

THOUSAND OAKS, Calif – On Wednesday, November 14, 2018 at 6:30 p.m., the County of Ventura in partnership with the City of Thousand Oaks will host an informational Town Hall for residents of Thousand Oaks and Oak Park who have properties impacted by the recent fires. The meeting will take place in the Thousand Oaks […]