 I am Diana Ibrahim with Cal OES. California communities have weathered more than a dozen atmospheric rivers during the past few months. Cal OES is working diligently to help California communities get back on the road to recovery. Now that the major disaster declaration has been approved, residents and business owners can now apply for federal assistance from the February and March storms in the following counties. Kern, Mariposa, Monterey, San Benito, Santa Cruz, Tulare, Tuolmne, additional counties may be added in the future. This aid helps repair or replace damaged property for families and businesses. Apply today at disasterassistance.gov or by downloading the FEMA app or by calling 1-800-621-3362 or in person at your local disaster recovery center.