How to replace important documents lost in the LA wildfires
In the wake of the LA wildfires, you might be missing important documents, including IDs, birth certificates, and passports. Here’s some excellent info from FEMA on how to get them back.
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Here’s a summary with links:
Driver's License/ID/Vehicle Title: Contact CA DMV (1-800-777-0133) or visit a Disaster Recovery Center (DRC).
https://www.dmv.ca.gov/portal/customer-service/natural-disaster-assistance/
Insurance Policy: Ask your agent for a copy, including the Declaration Page.
Vital Records: Request birth, death, or marriage certificates from your county recorder.
https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CHSI/Pages/County-Registrars-and-Recorders.aspx
Social Security Card: Apply online or visit your local SSA office. Info: https://www.ssa.gov/number-card/replace-card
Medicare Card: Call 1-800-633-4227 or visit https://www.mymedicare.gov
Green Card: Replace via USCIS. Info: https://www.uscis.gov/green-card/after-we-grant-your-green-card/replace-your-green-card
Passport: Report loss here: https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/passports/have-passport/lost-stolen.html.
Tax Returns: Request Form 4506. Info: https://www.irs.gov/forms-pubs/about-form-4506.
Military Records: Request info via National Archives: https://www.archives.gov/veterans/military-service-records.