How to find disaster relief help
Whether you’re dealing with the aftermath of the Aug. 10 storm or want to help those who are, these disaster relief resources are available.
The Aug. 10 storm left behind a trail of destruction across much of the Midwest. If your home or property was damaged, here’s what you need to know to file a claim.
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Given the widespread power and phone outages, know that you have a few options to file your claim:
Provide your name (spell out your name when leaving a voicemail), contact information, insurance carrier, policy number (if available) and a summary of the damage.
Take photos of all damage to your property to help with the claims process.
When safe to do so, work to prevent further damage to your property.
What might that look like? If your roof has a hole in it, you can nail a tarp over it to prevent additional water from entering your home.
Your insurance policy will reimburse you for those expenses.
Damage is widespread, with many carriers experiencing unprecedented call volumes.
“Our hearts go out to all of you, and we’re going to do whatever we can to help each one of you,” said Tim Bemis, Dupaco Insurance Services manager. “But because of the widespread damage, it will take extra time.”
Don’t attempt to take measures to prevent further damage to your home if it’s unsafe to do so. Your safety is your No. 1 priority.
“We don’t want anyone injured trying to mitigate further damage,” Bemis said.