Thousands of wildfire victims have turned to GoFundMe and other crowdfunding sites to raise money to support themselves or loved ones impacted by the fires. However, those donations could limit monetary assistance from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).

Millions are being raised so far for Califorina wildfire victims. But some of those fundraising efforts could actually end up limiting the money is that is available through the Federal Emergency Management Agency.

As two FEMA Disaster Recovery Centers opened in West L.A. and Pasadena this week, we looked at some common issues people affected by the wildfires can run into. Brandi Richard Thompson, FEMA public affairs officer,