Washington — FEMA administrator Deanne Criswell said Sunday that L.A. officials were "very prepared" for devastating wildfires, noting that the area is prone to fires. But "they have never seen ...

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is working with families who lost their homes in the deadly Los Angeles wildfires, the agency’s administrator said. FEMA Administrator Deanne ...

Individuals in rural areas may be at an increased risk for some scams. Individuals in rural areas may be more reliant on online services and, so, more vulnerable to online scams. In rural areas, fewer resources, including both law enforcement and social support, may be available.

During disasters such as the LA wildfires scammers often emerge to prey on victims. People in heightened emotional states in the wake of a catastrophic event should be extra careful of impersonators asking for identifying details,

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Layugan stresses that FEMA will never charge fees for applications ... and 1.9 million reported other types of scams to the FTC. Here are some ways to protect yourself from identity theft and ...

Process to adopt a child internationally and bring them back to Canada.