Fishery Disaster Programs

The Pacific States Marine Fisheries Commission (PSMFC) is working collaboratively with National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) to distribute funds appropriated by Congress for various fishery disasters.  NMFS has requested the Commission administer the fishery disaster programs.

For questions, please contact the respective state’s disaster team:

• Alaska:  AKFishDisaster@psmfc.org , (888) 517-7262
• Washington:  WAFishDisaster@psmfc.org , (866) 990-2738
• Oregon:  ORFishDisaster@psmfc.org , (877) 695-3457
• California:  CAFishDisaster@psmfc.org , (888) 517-7266

Due to high call volumes, return calls may be delayed. For faster responses, please email.

If leaving a voicemail you MUST:

1. Provide your first and last name (and business name if applicable)
2. INDICATE WHICH DISASTER YOU ARE INQUIRING ABOUT; FAILURE TO DO SO MAY LEAD TO DELAYS IN RESPONSES
3. Provide a brief message
4. Provide a good call back number you can be reached at. 

For additional information:

• Current Disasters
• Future Disaster Relief
• Frequent Questions: Fishery Disaster Assistance