Scam may prevent North Bay fire evacuees from registering for FEMA relief

SANTA ROSA, Calif. (KGO) -- When our neighbors are in need, ABC7 shows up. As we begin the recovery process from the devastating North Bay wildfires, you'll find Michael Finney and 7 On Your Side consumer counselors at different relief centers in the North Bay. Check out the list of locations below. Come see us with questions about insurance, housing, documents, donation issues, and your other consumer concerns. We'll help with anything we can.

Michael Finney and 7 on Your Side have been with North Bay fire victims at assistance centers all week.
While speaking with some evacuees, we uncovered a startling issue - some say that when they tried to sign up for FEMA benefits, it shows they've already registered.
Watch the video in the player above for more information on the potential scam.

TAKE ACTION: Here's how you can help people affected by the North Bay fires

Check out the list of locations below. Come see us with questions about insurance, housing, documents, donation issues, and your other consumer concerns. We'll help with anything we can.

Time for all locations: 11 a.m. - 7 p.m.

Thursday 10/19 - Santa Rosa: Assistance Center @ The Press Democrat 427 Mendocino Ave, Santa Rosa, CA 95401
Friday 10/20 - Clear Lake, Senior Community Center, 3245 Bowers Avenue, Clearlake, CA 95422

Keep checking this page. We will update our locations as they are confirmed.

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