“JUST IN: Biden just announced California fire victims are being given $770,” tweeted Nick Sortor, a self-described “independent journalist.” “Barely a FEW NIGHTS in a hotel out here in LA. Why are Americans given pennies while foreigners are given blank checks?!”

People affected by the California wildfires are eligible for a one-time $770 payment from the Federal Emergency Management Agency program. The big picture: The wildfires across Los Angeles could be the costliest natural disaster in U.

Thousands of wildfire victims have turned to GoFundMe and other crowdfunding sites to raise money to support themselves or loved ones impacted by the fires. However, those donations could limit monetary assistance from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).

When seeking assistance after the California wildfires, ensure that GoFundMe and FEMA funds are used for different purposes to avoid legal issues.

Over $100 million has been raised on GoFundMe campaigns to help those affected by the Los Angeles wildfires. The crowdfunding platform has been essential in aiding families, non-profit organizations,

Thousands of dollars in donations have been pouring in to help people affected by the California wildfires, much of it through GoFundMe. But the FEMA is warning people that it could limit assistance.