Governor Gavin Newsom has officially declared a state of emergency for the City of Malibu due to the December 2024 Franklin Fire. This emergency proclamation activates CalOES resources under the California Disaster Assistance Act, enabling state-level support.
The declaration triggers several vital benefits for residents and property owners affected by the December fire, including debris removal and cleanup by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and financial aid and grants.
Franklin Fire victims may now become eligible for state assistance, including reimbursement for temporary lodging, repairs, and mitigation expenses. The declaration also opens pathways to combine or streamline insurance claims, easing burdens for underinsured homeowners…