Employers affected by the August 2026 wildfires

Some taxable employers affected by this emergency may qualify for certain accommodations

If you think you qualify for relief of benefit charges, send us a request in writing. Learn how and when to request relief.  

If you are late filing your quarterly report and payment due to a disaster, you may be entitled to have penalties and interest waived. Follow the standard process for requesting a waiver

The SharedWork program can help you retain employees at reduced hours. Employees may be eligible to receive partial unemployment to help bridge the gap in pay. Learn how to apply for SharedWork

If you have employees who cannot work because of the wildfires, encourage workers to apply for unemployment benefits