Governor Lombardo Deploys Firefighting Assets to Southern California, Provides Support for California Families Heading to Nevada

Today, Nevada Governor Joe Lombardo announced that Nevada would deploy assets to Southern California to help combat the devastating wildfires across Los Angeles County. Nevada assets will support the firefighting efforts in Southern California through mutual aid and state to state agreements.

“Nevada firefighting assets will deploy to Southern California today to assist our neighbors in combatting one of the worst fires in recent history,” said Governor Lombardo. “I’m grateful for the bravery of our firefighters and for the swift response from our state and local partners. Please join me in praying for the safety of our first responders and for immediate relief for the families and communities displaced by these wildfires.”

A list of deployed Nevada assets is detailed below:

Additionally, Governor Lombardo has encouraged California families relocating to Nevada to utilize all available state resources.

“The State of Nevada has a number of resources available for families relocating to Nevada, and I encourage anyone in need to reach out and secure assistance during this difficult time,” said Governor Lombardo.

Below is a list of resources available:

Department of Health and Human Services:

• Nevada 211 is available statewide to help individuals connect with services online at Nevada211.org, by dialing 2-1-1 or texting your zip code to 898211.
• The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline is available through online chat, text and phone calls for immediate crisis counseling for all those seeking support. Callers will be routed to a Nevada 988 Call Center and connected to local, helpful behavioral health resources in the Silver State. More information at 988lifeline.org or by dialing 9-8-8.
• Individuals and families who are displaced from California can apply for assistance through the Division of Welfare and Supportive Services online at accessnevada.dwss.nv.gov or by calling 702-486-1646.
• The Public Health Preparedness program is working with the partners to coordinate and share information to prepare for needed lodging and community support.
• The Department of Health and Human Services is available to coordinate with counterparts in California to assist individuals and determine eligibility for WIC, assistance with documents, or program eligibility information.

Nevada Division of Emergency Management and Homeland Security (NVDEM)

• The Nevada Division of Emergency Management and Homeland Security (NVDEM) will continue to spearhead all information sharing and the coordination of Nevada state agency deployments, in addition to coordinating with California and FEMA on cross-border efforts.
• Additionally, NVDEM will continue to disseminate all relevant information to the media, public, and local partners on resource requests, preparedness measures, messaging, informational web pages, and situational awareness to local, state, federal and tribal partners.
• To reach NVDEM directly, please contact 775-687-0300 or visit https://dem.nv.gov/.

Nevada Department of Agriculture:

• The Division of Food and Nutrition provides food to food banks throughout Nevada through various programs including The Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP). There are programs available for various situations, and individuals may qualify for a variety of programs. Reach out to the ThreeSquare or another local food bank for more information.
• The Division of Animal Industry monitors the movement of animals for animal disease traceability. Individuals traveling with animals should contact entrypermits@agri.nv.gov or call 775-353-3709. The State Quarantine Officer has waived entry requirements for the emergency movement of pets and horses that may be displaced from the fires.

Nevada Department of Veterans Services:

• For veterans arriving from California and in need of assistance as it relates to health care, housing or veterans benefits, please contact the Nevada Department of Veterans Services at veterans.nv.gov/contact or by phone at 775-688-1653 or you can ask any question you may have by going to https://veterans.nv.gov/ask-a-vso/.

Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles:

• For persons arriving from California in need of a replacement California driver’s license or ID card or intending to move to Nevada permanently and in need of a Nevada Driver’s License, ID Card, or temporary movement permit for a vehicle, please contact the Nevada DMV Director’s Office at (775) 684-4549 or via email at dmvdirectorsoffice@dmv.nv.gov.
• Persons needing replacement Social Security cards are encouraged to visit the Social Security Administration’s website at https://www.ssa.gov/myaccount.

Nevada Department of Education:

• NDE’s Office of Student and School Supports can work with partners to provide clothing and/or hygiene products using federal funding through the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act. Contact Christi Hines-Coates (christi.hinescoates@doe.nv.gov).
• Displaced students can find information on Nevada school districts and enrollment on our Nevada Schools and District Information webpage.

Nevada Department of Employment Training and Rehabilitation:

• Visit EmployNV for services to receive help finding employment and training. Workforce Development provides a combination of services, community supports, job training and education that positions an individual for success in the workforce. Business engagement activities connect business to a qualified workforce and develop employment opportunities for individuals in the workforce.
• Visit Vocational Rehabilitation to apply for employment and training services for those individuals with a disability. Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) Nevada supports adults and students with disabilities to prepare for, obtain, keep and advance in meaningful employment through a range of services based on their employment goals. Our agency also provides FREE professional consultation services to connect employers with people with disabilities who can help drive business success.
• Visit Unemployment (UI) to file for unemployment in Nevada. Unemployment Insurance is responsible for collection of employment taxes and provides temporary wage replacement for workers who are unemployed through no fault of their own.
• Visit EDD California to file for unemployment for wages earned primarily in California.
• For further questions, please email DETRINFO@detr.nv.gov.