Thursday, January 22, 2009

Damage Reporting Complete in Clark County

Last night at 6 p.m. was the deadline for reporting damage caused by the two recent storm systems on December 11th through January 5th (Snow and Ice) and January 6th through 9th (Flood).

The State of Washington has been provided all damage reports from Clark County. The state will send this information to FEMA for processing. Stay tuned to our main blog for more information on whether or not FEMA will be providing assistance to Clark County residents. http://www.cresa911.blogspot.com

Tuesday, January 13, 2009

Damage Reporting Now Available Through Online Form

A new format for reporting recent storm damage is available for residents of Clark County. Access the online "Clark County Disaster Damage Estimate Form" here. Remember the deadline for submitting damage information is Wednesday, January 21st at 6:00 p.m.

As you see on the right side of this page, this blog features current information and forms for:

1. Individual Assistance,
2. Public Assistance,
3. Agricultural Assistance and
4. Business Assistance/Economic Injury Worksheet for business losses. Business owners are encouraged to call (360) 992-9229 between 7 AM and 6 PM, Monday through Friday as additional questions are required.

You still have the option to call (360) 992-9229 between 7 AM and 6 PM, Monday through Friday through Wednesday, January 21st or send an e-mail to cresaemergencymanagement@clark.wa.gov to report damage.

Monday, January 12, 2009

Clark County Residents Need to Report Storm Damage

Homeowners, renters, and business owners in Clark County who sustained damage from the recent winter storms, flooding, and landslides should report their damage as soon as possible to Clark Regional Emergency Services Agency at (360) 992-9229.

Please call if you had damage –
· to your primary residence or business. Vacation homes and outbuildings are not eligible for disaster assistance.
· that occurred between December 11, 2008 and January 9, 2009
· that was caused by the winter weather, flooding, and landslides that occurred in this period
· that is not covered by insurance

To report damage, please call (360) 992-9229 between 7 AM and 6 PM, Monday through Friday through Wednesday, January 21st or send an e-mail to cresaemergencymanagement@clark.wa.gov. Check back on this blog for further updates on damage assessment efforts.

Currently, no disaster assistance is available to disaster victims in Washington State. Emergency management officials are in the process of collecting damage information from families, individuals, renters, business owners, non-profit agencies, and government agencies to determine if there is enough damage within Clark County for it to be eligible for disaster assistance.

In order for local communities to become eligible for disaster assistance they have to demonstrate that they suffered damage that is beyond what the community can handle. This is why it is essential for people to report their damage. Reporting damage doesn’t guarantee that assistance will be provided but it does help make the case for receiving federal disaster assistance.