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Disaster help in Nevada
Trusted state agencies, help lines, and free legal aid for Nevada residents recovering from a fire, flood, or other disaster at home.
If this just happened
- Emergency or danger: call 911
- Shelter and emergency help: Red Cross 1-800-RED-CROSS or dial 2-1-1
- Talk to a real person 24/7: Disaster Victim Services (480) 349-7300
Nevada agencies and help lines
State emergency management
Nevada Office of Emergency Management
Disaster declarations, recovery programs, and how to reach your county emergency manager.
Local help line
Nevada 2-1-1
Free, confidential referrals to local shelter, food, rent, utility, and clothing help.
Text your ZIP code to 898211.
Call: 211 · 1-866-535-5654
nevada211.org ↗
Insurance regulator
Nevada Division of Insurance
Free help with questions or problems with your insurance company, and where to file a complaint or check a public adjuster’s license.
Consumer help and complaints.
Call: 775-687-0700 (North) · 702-486-4009 (South)
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Replace your ID
Nevada DMV
Replace a lost driver license, state ID, vehicle title, or registration.
Free legal help
Legal aid can help with insurance disputes, landlord problems, FEMA appeals, and replacing important papers, usually for free if you qualify.
National help, available in every state
Emergency relief
American Red Cross
Shelter, emergency supplies, and recovery help after home fires and disasters. Ask for your local chapter.
Federal aid
FEMA Disaster Assistance
Grants for housing and other needs, available only when a disaster is federally declared for your county. Apply even if you have insurance.
Low-interest loans
SBA Disaster Loans
Homeowners and renters (not just businesses) can borrow to repair a home or replace belongings after a declared disaster.
Call: 1-800-659-2955
sba.gov ↗
Emotional support
Disaster Distress Helpline
Free, confidential crisis counseling for anyone affected by a disaster. Call or text, 24/7, multilingual.
Local help: your county or city emergency management office, the local fire department, and community groups often have the most current information after a disaster. 2-1-1 can point you to them.
This page is general information, not legal, insurance, or medical advice. Programs, phone numbers, and hours change, so confirm details with each organization. Last reviewed November 2026.
Need help now?
- Emergency or danger: Call 911
- Disaster Victim Services, 24/7: (480) 349-7300
- Red Cross: 1-800-RED-CROSS
- Local services: dial 2-1-1
- Disaster Distress Helpline: call or text 1-800-985-5990