Extended Deadline: Apply for New Mexico Wildfire Disaster Relief by October 19

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According to artesianews, New Mexicans affected by the recent wildfires have an additional 60 days to apply for federal disaster relief, thanks to a request from Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has extended the application deadline to October 19, according to a recent announcement.

The disaster relief applies to residents in Lincoln and Otero counties impacted by the South Fork and Salt fires, which burned approximately 20,000 acres in the Ruidoso area and caused flooding across south-central New Mexico.

Residents can seek assistance from FEMA and small business loans through the Small Business Administration to repair damage caused by the fires and floods.

Governor Lujan Grisham emphasized the importance of this extension, stating, “We appreciate our federal partners’ work to help us support New Mexicans who were impacted. Even after the fires tore through these communities, they continue to be affected by the flooding, making it imperative that we give them more time to apply for the help they need to rebuild.”

How to Apply for Fire Recovery Aid:

  • Visit a Relief Center: Disaster Resource and Recovery Centers are open Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. For locations, visit fema.gov/drc. A center is available at 237 Service Road in Ruidoso. Note that there are no centers in Alamogordo or Otero County.
  • Apply Online: Applications can be submitted at www.disasterassistance.gov.
  • Apply by Phone: Call FEMA at 1-800-621-3362, available daily from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. Mountain Time. Assistance is provided in most languages.
  • Need Debris Removal? The State of New Mexico offers free debris removal from private properties with no application deadline. Interested residents can sign up for debris removal online through the New Mexico Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Management.

For further assistance and updates, visit the relevant websites or contact FEMA directly.

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