News and Actions - September Floods
News and Actions - September Floods
News and Actions - September Floods
Is Your Pet Ready for a Disaster? Learn More at This Year's Indiana State Fair
USDA Announces Disaster Declaration
INVOAD Update about Haiti
More Counties start Community Organizations Active in Disaster
Almost 20 counties in Indiana have decided to form a COAD or be part of a larger COAD.
FEMA Denies Disaster Declaration Appeal
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) notified the Indiana Department of Homeland Security (IDHS) that the appeal for federal disaster assistance has been denied. The decision affects individual and public assistance grants to Hoosiers in southern and central Indiana who experienced damage from severe weather Aug. 4-9.
SBA Offers Disaster Assistance to Indiana Residents in Porter County
Indiana residents and businesses affected by the severe storms and tornadoes in Porter County on August 19, can apply for low-interest disaster loans from the U.S. Small Business Administration, SBA Administrator Karen G. Mills announced today.
Dispelling Myths About Flood Insurance
Buying flood insurance can provide protection and peace of mind. Flooding is one of the most common natural hazards in the United States. State and federal officials want to ensure that all Indiana residents are aware of the benefits of the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP).
In First Three Weeks Nearly $1.6 Million Approved
Three weeks after President Obama issued a major disaster declaration for Indiana, nearly than $1.6 Million in disaster assistance grants and loans have been approved.
Legal Services Are Available To Disaster Applicants
Free legal advice and referrals are available for anyone affected by the severe storms, tornadoes and flooding from March 8-14.
Tell Your Neighbor About Disaster Assistance
Nearly 900 Indiana residents have applied for disaster assistance to date and more than $1.4 million has been approved for eligible applicants. Officials want to make sure no one is overlooked.
Three More Counties Added To Disaster Declaration
Officials from the Indiana Department of Homeland Security (IDHS) and Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) announced today that disaster assistance has been made available for three more Indiana counties to help residents recover from the effects of the severe storms, tornadoes and flooding of March 8 – 14.
FEMA Offers Assistance for Disaster Recovery for March 2009
Flood and Storm Educational Resources
Group hopes to pick up where FEMA leaves off
Organizations team up to tackle long-term flood relief when FEMA finishes its work.
Long-term recovery panel formed to help victims
Coordinating the volunteers, donations, grants and other resources directed to local residents who survived the June 3 tornado and the June 7 flash flood will be the job of a newly formed Shelby County Long-term Recovery Committee.
Be Careful When Pumping Out Flooded Basement
Pumping water out of your basement too quickly can cause serious structural damage.
All Hazards Map for Indiana
Work with emergency managers
Long Term Recovery
Indiana has several long-term flood recovery committees.
Indiana Disaster Declarations
Click below for Indiana Disaster Declarations, including all active declarations.
Check out the streamflow in your area
Click the link below to view the streamflow across the state
Purdue Extension provides resources to flood-ravaged counties
Unprecedented flooding in northern Indiana has claimed lives, homes and property and more flooding is expected.
Know Before You Show
Information on how to keep your animals healthy before, during, and after exhibits.
FEMA Offers Tips To Protect Property And Reduce Flood Risk
Just two inches of floodwater can destroy drywall, flooring, furniture and electrical systems-and replacement or repair costs can easily soar to thousands of dollars. FEMA urges consumers to prepare now and protect their home and property against flood damage caused by heavy rains and severe storms. (May 1, 2007)
First Steps to Flood Recovery
Purdue Extension has developed a useful guide to recovering from a flood. This publication outlines the first steps you can take to recover from a flood and tells you where you can get more information.
Tips for Filing Your Flood Insurance Claim
Information from FEMA on how to file a flood insurance claim and flood cleanup information. (May 1, 2007)
Are You Ready? Tips to Assemble a Disaster Supplies Kit
You may need to survive on your own after a disaster. This means having your own food, water, and other supplies in sufficient quantity to last for at least three days. FEMA provides helpful information to assemble a disaster supplies kit for your home, car and office.
