For Immediate Release
December 2025
DR-7266-AK NR-004
FEMA News Desk: 425-487-4610
Email: fema-r10-newsdesk@fema.dhs.gov
ANCHORAGE, Alaska — After a disaster, scammers often try to take advantage of survivors who are stressed and vulnerable. FEMA is urging Alaskans to stay alert and protect their personal information while applying for disaster recovery assistance.
FEMA staff and inspectors will never ask you to pay a fee, never promise faster approval for money, and will never ask for banking details by phone or text.
If something feels suspicious, trust your instincts.
Also Read: State & FEMA Assistance Teams to Visit Fairbanks Dec. 1–3 for Storm Recovery Support
How to Stay Safe and Spot Scams
FEMA will NEVER:
- Ask you to pay money for inspections or help
- Ask for credit card, banking, or personal financial information
- Promise faster assistance if you pay
- Ask for your Social Security number through text, email, or phone in an unsafe way
How to verify a FEMA inspector
An honest FEMA inspector will always:
- Schedule the visit with you
- Show an official FEMA photo ID badge
- Never ask for money
If the inspector does not show ID, do not let them inside your home.
Protect Your Information
Only share disaster-related information when you are sure you are speaking with FEMA.
To reach FEMA safely:
- Visit: DisasterAssistance.gov
- Call: 1-800-621-3362
- Use the FEMA mobile app
You can also visit the state’s official website: ready.alaska.gov/ia
or call 1-844-445-7131.
Report Suspicious Behavior
If you believe a scammer has contacted you, report it:
- FEMA Fraud Hotline: 866-223-0814
- Email: StopFEMAFraud@fema.dhs.gov
- Federal Trade Commission (FTC): ReportFraud.ftc.gov
If someone is in immediate danger or a crime is happening, call local police or 911.
FEMA’s Mission
Helping people before, during, and after disasters.
For more information on Alaska disaster assistance, visit fema.gov/disaster/7266.
