Nevada SNAP recipients in Washoe County and the Reno-Sparks Indian Colony who lost food because of the Bug or Stallion fires, or related power outages, can request replacement benefits from the Division of Social Services.
Affected households must report their food loss within 10 days and provide verification of the fire damage or power outage. About 3,700 individuals are estimated to be affected, with that number expected to grow.
“The Division of Social Services recognizes the significant losses Nevadans are experiencing as a result of the Bug and Stallion fires and the impacts that follow,” Deputy Administrator Kelly Cantrelle said. “SNAP benefits help families put food on the table, and losing food purchased with those benefits creates an additional burden during an already difficult time.”
Each request will be reviewed to determine whether the household qualifies for replacement benefits and, if so, how much may be provided.
SNAP recipients affected by the fires or power outages can report their food loss by visiting a local Division of Social Services office or calling (775) 684-7200.
The Division of Social Services is continuing to review federal SNAP disaster flexibilities and said it will provide additional information as it becomes available.
People who want to apply for SNAP benefits can apply online through Access Nevada.
