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This page is updated as new information and resources become available. It is meant as a general page available to provide resources for recoverying from an emergency. Resources, services and eligibility requirements may change during an emergency. Please check back regularly for updated information and additional assistance.
Last updated: August 26, 2026 3:00pm
If you were impacted by the recent Bug Fire or Hawk Fire:
View Local Resources for the Recent Wildfire Incidents
Recovery Resources
Resources that can help you find assistance, replace important documents, avoid scams and identify available state or federal programs.
State Resource
| State Resource | Information |
|---|---|
| Access Nevada | Access Nevada is Nevada’s online portal for finding and applying for eligible state assistance programs, including food assistance, health coverage and other benefits. Visit Access Nevada |
| Nevada 211 | Nevada 211 connects Nevadans with community and recovery resources including food, housing, clothing, hygiene items, transportation, health services and more. Call 2-1-1 or text your ZIP code to 898211. Find Help Through Nevada 211 |
| Nevada Bureau of Consumer Protection | Find information about current scams, deceptive practices and consumer protections, or report suspicious activity. Call the Nevada Consumer Protection Hotline at 702-486-3132 or toll-free at 888-434-9989. View Consumer Protection Resources |
Federal Resource
| Federal Resource | Information |
|---|---|
| EPA Wildfire Recovery Tips | The Environmental Protection Agency shares tips for before, during and after a wildfire. Recovery resources include testing air quality, water quality as well as removing disaster debris and hazardous waste. EPA Wildfire Recovery |
| Federal Disaster Assistance | Following certain federally declared disasters, individuals and families may be eligible for federal assistance. Not every emergency or disaster qualifies for federal survivor assistance. Check Available Federal Disaster Assistance |
| Returning Home After a Disaster | FEMA provides safety information for returning to a home or property after an evacuation or disaster, including hazards to watch for before entering damaged areas. View Returning Home Safety Tips |
State Resource
| State Resource | Information |
|---|---|
| Birth, Death and Other Vital Records |
Nevada Vital Records provides information about obtaining certified copies of qualifying birth, death and other records. |
| Driver License or Identification Card |
Nevada residents can request a replacement for a lost, stolen or damaged driver license, identification card or Driver Authorization Card through the Nevada DMV. |
| Military Records |
Veterans and service members can request assistance with military records and other veteran-related documents. |
Federal Resource
| Federal Resource | Information |
|---|---|
| Citizenship or Naturalization Documents |
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services provides information and forms for replacing qualifying citizenship or naturalization documents. |
| U.S. Passport | The U.S. Department of State provides information about applying for or replacing a passport. - Passport Application Information - Find a Passport Acceptance Facility |
Credit or Debit Cards
Contact your bank, credit union or card issuer as soon as possible to report lost or destroyed cards and request replacements.
Food-assistance resources for individuals and families who need help accessing groceries, meals or other nutrition services.
State Resource
| State Resource | Information |
|---|---|
| Nevada Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) | SNAP helps eligible low-income individuals and families purchase food using an Electronic Benefits Transfer card at participating retailers. Learn About Nevada SNAP |
| SNAP Guidance for the August 2026 Wildfires | Please see SNAP Guidance for the August 2026 Wildfires. SNAP recipients affected by the August 2026 fires or power outages can report their food loss by visiting a local DSS office or calling 775-684-7200. SNAP Guidance DSS office |
| The Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP) | TEFAP provides USDA foods to food banks and other local organizations that distribute food to eligible Nevadans. Learn About TEFAP in Nevada |
Federal Resource
| Federal Resource | Information |
|---|---|
| Disaster Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (D-SNAP) | D-SNAP may provide short-term food assistance following certain federally declared disasters when the program is authorized for the affected area. Learn About D-SNAP |
| USDA Foods in Disaster Response | USDA may support emergency food distribution when disasters interrupt normal access to food. Assistance is generally coordinated through state, local and disaster-relief organizations. View USDA Disaster Food Resources |
Resources for emergency shelter, temporary housing and longer-term housing recovery.
Partner Resource
| Partner Resource | Information |
|---|---|
| American Red Cross of Nevada | The American Red Cross provides disaster services that may include emergency shelter, food, water, cleanup supplies, health services and other recovery assistance. • Northern Nevada Red Cross • Southern Nevada Red Cross |
| Catholic Charities | Catholic Charities organizations in Nevada provide services that may include meals, food assistance, family support, housing services and other community programs. • Northern Nevada • Southern Nevada |
| Hope Crisis Response Network | Hope Crisis Response Network works with disaster-response partners to provide emotional and spiritual care and may support food, shelter, cleanup, debris removal and other recovery needs. Visit Hope Crisis Response Network |
| The Salvation Army | The Salvation Army provides disaster-response and long-term recovery services that may include meals, shelter, household assistance, recovery support and other services depending on local needs. Visit The Salvation Army Nevada |
Federal Resource
| Federal Resource | Information |
|---|---|
| FEMA Individual Assistance – Housing Assistance | Following qualifying federal disaster declarations, FEMA may provide eligible survivors with temporary housing or assistance for certain housing-related needs. Learn About FEMA Individual Assistance |
| HUD-Approved Housing Counseling | HUD-approved housing counselors can provide guidance related to renting, foreclosure, home repair, credit and other housing concerns. Find a HUD-Approved Housing Counselor |
| HUD Disaster Resources | The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development provides housing-recovery information and resources following qualifying disasters. For HUD disaster assistance, call 1-800-304-9320. View HUD Disaster Resources |
| USDA Single Family Housing Disaster Assistance Fund | Eligible low-income homeowners in qualifying rural communities may be able to receive grants or loans for homes damaged during certain declared disasters. View USDA Disaster Housing Assistance |
Resources related to water-system safety and recovery following emergencies and disasters.
State Resource
| State Resource | Information |
|---|---|
| Nevada Flood Resources | The Nevada Division of Water Resources provides information to help Nevadans prepare for, respond to and recover from flooding. Visit Nevada Floods |
Local Water Provider
For assistance with a specific water outage, contamination concern or service issue, contact your local water provider or utility.
For assistance with a specific water outage, contamination concern or service issue, contact your local water provider or utility.
Resources for households that need help with energy costs or utility assistance.
State Resource
| State Resource | Information |
|---|---|
| Nevada Energy Assistance Program | Nevada’s Energy Assistance Program helps qualifying low-income households with home energy costs. View Nevada Energy Assistance |
Federal Resource
| Federal Resource | Information |
|---|---|
| Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) | LIHEAP provides federal funding to state and tribal programs that help eligible households with energy bills, energy crises, weatherization and certain energy-related repairs. Learn About LIHEAP |
Resources for homeowners and renters dealing with property damage, insurance, repairs and rebuilding.
State Resource
| State Resource | Information |
|---|---|
| Nevada Division of Insurance | The Nevada Division of Insurance provides information and consumer assistance related to homeowners and renters insurance, claims, coverage questions and complaints. View Nevada Insurance Consumer Resources |
| Nevada Division of Insurance – August 2026 Wildfire Guidance | Find DOI guidance for the August 2026 wildfires. View August 2026 Wildfire Guidance |
| Nevada State Contractors Board – License Search | Before hiring someone for repairs or rebuilding, verify that the contractor holds an active Nevada license. Verify a Nevada Contractor |
Federal Resource
| Federal Resource | Information |
|---|---|
| HUD Section 203(h) Mortgage Insurance for Disaster Victims | HUD’s Section 203(h) program may help eligible individuals in designated disaster areas purchase another home or re-establish homeownership following the destruction of a residence. Learn About HUD Section 203(h) |
| SBA Disaster Loans – Home and Personal Property | Following qualifying disaster declarations, the U.S. Small Business Administration may offer disaster loans to eligible homeowners, renters, businesses and nonprofit organizations. View SBA Disaster Assistance |
| USDA Rural Development Disaster Housing Assistance | USDA Rural Development provides housing-recovery resources for qualifying rural residents following disasters, including information about repairs, rebuilding and other housing assistance. View USDA Rural Disaster Assistance |
Resources for businesses, workers and communities affected economically by emergencies or disasters.
State Resource
| State Resource | Information |
|---|---|
| Nevada Business Resource Hub | The Nevada Department of Business and Industry provides business guides, counseling, funding information and other resources for Nevada businesses. Visit the Nevada Business Resource Hub |
| Nevada Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation (DETR) – Hawk Fire Unemployment Assistance |
DETR is reminding workers affected by the Hawk Fire in Washoe County that unemployment insurance benefits may be available if their jobs have been disrupted. Workers who lost employment through no fault of their own, including those whose workplace has closed, may qualify for benefits. File an Unemployment Insurance Claim |
Federal Resource
| Federal Resource | Information |
|---|---|
| Disaster Unemployment Assistance | Following qualifying major disasters, Disaster Unemployment Assistance may provide temporary financial assistance to eligible individuals whose employment or self-employment was lost or interrupted because of the disaster. Learn About Disaster Unemployment Assistance |
| Economic Development Administration – Economic Adjustment Assistance | The Economic Development Administration provides funding and technical support that can help eligible communities respond to major economic disruptions and disasters. View Economic Adjustment Assistance |
Debris Management & Removal
Information about safely managing damaged materials, household waste, hazardous debris and other cleanup needs following a disaster.
State Resource
| State Resource | Information |
|---|---|
| Nevada Waste Collection & Recycling Resources | The Nevada Division of Environmental Protection provides information about waste and recycling locations throughout Nevada. Local jurisdictions may establish additional disaster-specific collection locations when needed. Find Waste and Recycling Resources |
Federal Resource
| Federal Resource | Information |
|---|---|
| EPA – Dealing With Debris and Damaged Buildings | EPA provides guidance for safely handling debris, damaged structures, hazardous materials and other cleanup hazards following disasters. View EPA Debris and Cleanup Guidance |
| EPA Disaster Debris Recovery Tool | An interactive federal tool for locating landfills, recyclers and other facilities that may support disaster debris planning and removal. Open the Disaster Debris Recovery Tool |
| NRCS Emergency Watershed Protection Program | The Natural Resources Conservation Service works with eligible communities to address threats to life and property caused by damaged watersheds following natural disasters. Learn About Emergency Watershed Protection |
| USDA Emergency Conservation Program | The Emergency Conservation Program can provide assistance to eligible agricultural producers to rehabilitate farmland damaged by qualifying natural disasters. View the Emergency Conservation Program |
| USDA Emergency Forest Restoration Program | The Emergency Forest Restoration Program can provide financial and technical assistance to eligible non-industrial private forestland owners following qualifying natural disasters. View the Emergency Forest Restoration Program |
Resources for Nevada farmers, ranchers, livestock owners and agricultural producers recovering from disasters.
State Resource
| State Resource | Information |
|---|---|
| Nevada Department of Agriculture – Disaster Assistance | The Nevada Department of Agriculture can help agricultural producers identify disaster-assistance programs that may apply to their losses. Contact NDAEmergency@agri.nv.gov for assistance. View Nevada Agricultural Disaster Assistance |
Federal Resource
| Federal Resource | Information |
|---|---|
| Emergency Assistance for Livestock, Honeybees & Farm-Raised Fish | This USDA program may provide assistance for qualifying losses involving livestock, honeybees and farm-raised fish that are not covered by certain other federal disaster programs. Learn About ELAP |
| Environmental Quality Incentives Program | USDA's Natural Resources Conservation Service provides technical and financial assistance to agricultural producers and forest landowners addressing natural-resource concerns. View EQIP Resources |
| Livestock Forage Disaster Program | The Livestock Forage Disaster Program may provide compensation to eligible livestock producers who experience qualifying grazing losses caused by drought or fire. View the Livestock Forage Disaster Program |
| Livestock Indemnity Program | The USDA Farm Service Agency’s Livestock Indemnity Program provides benefits to eligible livestock owners and contract growers for qualifying livestock deaths above normal mortality. Learn About the Livestock Indemnity Program |
| USDA Crop Insurance / Risk Management Agency | Producers with insured crop losses should contact their crop-insurance agent promptly. The Risk Management Agency provides information about federal crop-insurance programs. Visit USDA Risk Management Agency |
Health coverage, medical-care and federal health-recovery resources.
State Resource
| State Resource | Information |
|---|---|
| Nevada Division of Social Services | Nevada Social Services administers programs including SNAP, Energy Assistance, Medicaid-related eligibility services, TANF, child care and child support. View Nevada Social Services Programs |
| Nevada Medicaid | Nevada Medicaid provides health coverage for eligible Nevadans and offers member and provider contact resources for assistance with care and health-plan questions. View Nevada Medicaid Contacts |
| Nevada Medicaid Disaster Assistance | Anyone who has Medicaid coverage that needs help with medical services, like prescriptions or medical equipment, can visit Nevada Medicaid. The Nevada Health Authority works to support temporary guidelines and flexibility with Medicaid Health Plans during disasters to ensure members can continue accessing the care needed. Nevada Medicaid |
Federal Resource
| Federal Resource | Information |
|---|---|
| CDC Wildfire and Wildfire Smoke Safety | Health and safety guidance on safe evacuation, recognizing symptoms related to wildfire smoke, reducing smoke exposure and protecting high-risk individuals. CDC Wildfire and Wildfire Smoke Safety |
| CMS Emergency Preparedness & Response | The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services provides emergency information for Medicare beneficiaries and health-care providers, including guidance related to prescriptions and durable medical equipment following disasters. View CMS Emergency Resources |
| EPA AirNow | A system for reporting air quality in real-time that collects data from monitoring stations across the country. Provides information on current pollution levels, forecasts, and health recommendations to help the public make health-conscious decisions. EPA AirNow |
Confidential crisis support and longer-term mental-health resources are available before, during and after disasters.
State Resource
| State Resource | Information |
|---|---|
| DeafLEAD | DeafLEAD provides accessible crisis intervention, advocacy, case management, interpreting and mental-health support for Deaf, hard-of-hearing, DeafBlind and late-deafened individuals and their families. Visit DeafLEAD |
| NAMI Northern Nevada | NAMI Northern Nevada provides mental-health education, resources, peer support and family support. Visit NAMI Northern Nevada |
Federal Resource
| Federal Resource | Information |
|---|---|
| 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline | Call or text 988 for free and confidential crisis support. |
| Disaster Distress Helpline | The SAMHSA Disaster Distress Helpline provides free, confidential and multilingual disaster crisis counseling 24 hours a day. Call or text 1-800-985-5990. Learn About the Disaster Distress Helpline |
Resources for people with disabilities, older adults, caregivers and others who may need additional assistance accessing information, services or support during recovery.
State Resource
| State Resource | Information |
|---|---|
| Nevada Aging and Disability Services Division | Provides services and resources for older adults, people with disabilities, caregivers and families throughout Nevada. Visit Aging and Disability Services |
| Nevada Center for Excellence in Disabilities – Family Navigation Network | Helps families navigate disability-related services, programs and support systems. Visit the Family Navigation Network |
| Nevada Commission for Persons Who Are Deaf, Hard of Hearing or Speech Impaired | Provides information, advocacy and resources related to communication access and services for Deaf, hard-of-hearing and speech-impaired Nevadans. View Commission Resources |
| Nevada Governor’s Council on Developmental Disabilities | Provides information, advocacy and resources for Nevadans with developmental disabilities and their families. View Disability Resources |
| Nevada Office of Emergency Management – Access & Functional Needs | Nevada OEM provides emergency preparedness and access-and-functional-needs information for individuals, families and caregivers. View Nevada OEM AFN Resources |
Federal Resource
| Pacific ADA Center | Provides information, technical assistance and resources related to the Americans with Disabilities Act throughout the Pacific region, including Nevada. Visit the Pacific ADA Center |
| World Institute on Disability | Provides disability-inclusive emergency preparedness, disaster-recovery and resilience resources. Visit the World Institute on Disability |
| The Partnership for Inclusive Disaster Strategies | The Partnership for Inclusive Disaster Strategies, also known as The Partnership, is a U.S. disability-led organization that focuses on equity for people with disabilities before, during and after disasters. Visit The Partnership for Inclusive Disaster Strategies |
Community and nonprofit organizations that may provide emergency assistance and long-term recovery services.
| Partner Resource | Information |
|---|---|
| 2026 Northern Nevada Wildfire Relief Fund | Run by the Community Foundation of Northern Nevada, the 2026 Northern Nevada Wildfire Relief Fund provides critical support to individuals, families, animals, and communities affected by ongoing wildfires. Donations will be distributed to local organizations to address long-term relief and recovery, as well as other emerging needs caused by the fires. Learn More About Donating |
| American Red Cross of Nevada | The American Red Cross provides disaster services that may include emergency shelter, food, water, cleanup supplies, health services and other recovery assistance. • Northern Nevada Red Cross • Southern Nevada Red Cross |
| Catholic Charities | Catholic Charities organizations in Nevada provide services that may include meals, food assistance, family support, housing services and other community programs. • Northern Nevada • Southern Nevada |
| Hope Crisis Response Network | Hope Crisis Response Network works with disaster-response partners to provide emotional and spiritual care and may support food, shelter, cleanup, debris removal and other recovery needs. Visit Hope Crisis Response Network |
| The Salvation Army | The Salvation Army provides disaster-response and long-term recovery services that may include meals, shelter, household assistance, recovery support and other services depending on local needs. Visit The Salvation Army Nevada |