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If I have homeowner’s insurance, can I still participate in the debris removal program? 150 150 Sonoma County Emergency and Preparedness Information

If I have homeowner’s insurance, can I still participate in the debris removal program?

Yes. However, to avoid a duplication of benefits provided by the state or federal government, your insurance company will be required to provide payment from your policy designated for debris…

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Who will pay for the debris removal? 150 150 Sonoma County Emergency and Preparedness Information

Who will pay for the debris removal?

All upfront costs will be paid by state and federal agencies. However, if property owners have homeowner’s insurance covering debris removal, owners must inform local officials by indicating that coverage…

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What safety and environmental regulations are contractors required to comply with? 150 150 Sonoma County Emergency and Preparedness Information

What safety and environmental regulations are contractors required to comply with?

Contractors are required to comply with all local, state, and federal laws and regulations regarding safety and the environment. Whenever there is a conflict between codes or regulations, the most…

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Who ensures compliance with worker safety regulations? 150 150 Sonoma County Emergency and Preparedness Information

Who ensures compliance with worker safety regulations?

The State’s safety professionals and contractor safety professionals ensure work complies with all OSHA, Cal/OSHA standards.

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How is the State’s Debris Task Force protecting our rivers, streams, and aquifers from contamination? 150 150 Sonoma County Emergency and Preparedness Information

How is the State’s Debris Task Force protecting our rivers, streams, and aquifers from contamination?

The State’s Debris Task Force will use erosion controls on the site as well as use silt collection devices around storm drains to minimize impacts to rivers, streams, and the…

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Can residents be present during the clean-up of their personal property? 150 150 Sonoma County Emergency and Preparedness Information

Can residents be present during the clean-up of their personal property?

Yes, if they request to be present; however, exclusion zones will be established surrounding the work area to ensure safety and property owners may not enter these zones during debris…

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My house was destroyed in the fire. Can I go back onto my property to see if I can find any valuables or mementos? 150 150 Sonoma County Emergency and Preparedness Information

My house was destroyed in the fire. Can I go back onto my property to see if I can find any valuables or mementos?

Safe sifting through your property will NOT jeopardize your claims for disaster assistance. Property owners who desire to search debris for possible salvageable items should do so with caution and…

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I own a private-non-profit or a commercial property and it was damaged in the fire, is my property eligible? 150 150 Sonoma County Emergency and Preparedness Information

I own a private-non-profit or a commercial property and it was damaged in the fire, is my property eligible?

These properties may be approved by the State on a case by case basis. The State will consider the commercial property owners ability to cause the work to be performed…

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Once the household hazardous waste is removed by the State or federal contractor, can property owners hire their own contractors to remove the remaining debris? 150 150 Sonoma County Emergency and Preparedness Information

Once the household hazardous waste is removed by the State or federal contractor, can property owners hire their own contractors to remove the remaining debris?

Yes. If you decide to remove fire-related debris from your property, you must obtain all the necessary permits and environmental clearances from your local government before your contractors start any…

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After debris clearance and soil testing, what are the next steps? 150 150 Sonoma County Emergency and Preparedness Information

After debris clearance and soil testing, what are the next steps?

Once the State’s Debris Task Force has ensured that contractors have removed all debris and soil testing meets California state standards, contractors will return to install erosion control methods. The…

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