Derecho Storm Resources
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Derecho Storm Update - August 2020
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On 10 August 2020, a freak storm called a derecho, hit Iowa with hurricane-force winds. The storm caused severe damage to crops, businesses, and homes in nine of the southernmost counties of the Archdiocese of Dubuque that have all been declared Federal Disaster Areas. Tens of thousands of individuals and families, more than a week afterwards, are still without power, and so no refrigeration for food or air conditioning for relief from the heat. Many are also forced to find temporary shelter, such as tents.
The extent of damage is still being assessed, but we do know that the individuals and families most severely affected are the poor, and those struggling with the financial impact of the coronavirus pandemic. We understand that the recovery process will be lengthy and costly. These folks are relying on the generosity of their neighbors and on not-for-profit agencies, like Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Dubuque, for the help they need to survive.
Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Dubuque has set up a Derecho Relief Fund to provide direct relief to individuals and families, especially those vulnerable populations that have been disproportionately adversely affected. Absolutely all of the monies donated will go directly to help individuals and families, where it is most needed, with priority to those who aren’t eligible for state and federal relief.
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Resources for Impacted Counties
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Benton County Resources
FEMA
Impacted Benton County residents will now apply for FEMA Individual Assistance and no longer apply for the state's Individual Assistance.
- Register for FEMA Disaster Assistance
- Online 24/7; by phone 7 days a week 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. CT)
- In Linn County, if you have losses not covered by insurance, register:
- Online at DisasterAssistance.gov
- By phone at 800-621-3362,
- For 711 or Video Relay Service, call 800-621-3362
- For TTY, call 800-462-7585
- Basic FEMA Information for Iowa Homeowners and Renters
- What to expect after you register for FEMA Disaster Assistance
- How to File a FEMA Decision Appeal
Multilingual Resources:
- FEMA Multilingual Brochures (27 languages)
Updated FEMA Information Available in Swahili:
- FEMA Inafungua Kituo cha Kupona Maafa
- Walionusurika katika Kaunti 10 za Ziada Wanaweza Sasa Kuomba Msaada wa Mtu binafsi wa FEMA
- Waokokaji wa Dhoruba Wanaweza Kustahiki Kulipwa Malipo
Updated FEMA Information Available in French:
- La FEMA ouvre un centre de secours en cas de catastrophe
- Les survivants de 10 autres comtés peuvent désormais demander l'aide individuelle de la FEMA
- Les survivants de la tempête pourraient être admissibles à un remboursement des frais d'hébergement
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE- Iowa Workforce Development Disaster Unemployment Brochure
- Red Cross Recovery Financial Assistance
- Iowa Association of Realtors Storm Relief
IOWA DISASTER CASE MANAGEMENTDisaster Case Management is a time-limited resource and process that involves a partnership between a disaster case manager and a household impacted by a disaster to develop and carry out a Disaster Recovery Plan. This partnership provides the client with a single point of contact to facilitate access to a broad range of resources, promoting sustainable assistance for individuals and a household’s recovery. These services are client-focused and provided in a manner consistent with standards for trauma-informed practice in human services.
Click HERE for Benton County Disaster Case Management
RURAL RECOVERY RESOURCES- Iowa State University Extension Storm Damage Resources
- Storm Damage Meeting 8-24-20
- Facebook: Rural Communities Derecho Outreach Page
BENTON COUNTY RESOURCES
Benton County Disaster Recovery Coalition (BCDRC) - Call 319-241-5121
Benton County Access Center - Call 319-436-0400
Benton County Social Services - Call 319-472-4743
Benton County Derecho Storm Resource Group on Facebook
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GRUNDY COUNTY RESOUrces
FEMA
Impacted Grundy County residents will now apply for FEMA Individual Assistance and no longer apply for the state's Individual Assistance.- Register for FEMA Disaster Assistance
- Online 24/7; by phone 7 days a week 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. CT)
- In Linn County, if you have losses not covered by insurance, register:
- Online at DisasterAssistance.gov
- By phone at 800-621-3362,
- For 711 or Video Relay Service, call 800-621-3362
- For TTY, call 800-462-7585
- Basic FEMA Information for Iowa Homeowners and Renters
- What to expect after you register for FEMA Disaster Assistance
- FEMA Multilingual Brochures (27 languages)
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE- Iowa Workforce Development Disaster Unemployment Brochure
- Red Cross Recovery Financial Assistance
- Iowa Association of Realtors Storm Relief
IOWA DISASTER CASE MANAGEMENTDisaster Case Management is a time-limited resource and process that involves a partnership between a disaster case manager and a household impacted by a disaster to develop and carry out a Disaster Recovery Plan. This partnership provides the client with a single point of contact to facilitate access to a broad range of resources, promoting sustainable assistance for individuals and a household’s recovery. These services are client-focused and provided in a manner consistent with standards for trauma-informed practice in human services.
Click HERE for Grundy County Disaster Case Management
RURAL RECOVERY RESOURCES- Iowa State University Extension Storm Damage Resources
- Facebook: Rural Communities Derecho Outreach Page
GRUNDY COUNTY RESOURCES
Grundy County EMA- Point of Contact: Roger Carr
- Phone Number: 319-824-5924
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HARDIN County Resources
FEMA
Impacted Hardin County residents will now apply for FEMA Individual Assistance and no longer apply for the state's Individual Assistance.- Register for FEMA Disaster Assistance
- Online 24/7; by phone 7 days a week 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. CT)
- In Linn County, if you have losses not covered by insurance, register:
- Online at DisasterAssistance.gov
- By phone at 800-621-3362,
- For 711 or Video Relay Service, call 800-621-3362
- For TTY, call 800-462-7585
- Basic FEMA Information for Iowa Homeowners and Renters
- What to expect after you register for FEMA Disaster Assistance
- FEMA Multilingual Brochures (27 languages)
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
- Request for Replacement of Spoiled Food (Current EBT Program Participants)- Iowa Workforce Development Disaster Unemployment Brochure
- Red Cross Recovery Financial Assistance
- Iowa Association of Realtors Storm Relief
IOWA DISASTER CASE MANAGEMENTDisaster Case Management is a time-limited resource and process that involves a partnership between a disaster case manager and a household impacted by a disaster to develop and carry out a Disaster Recovery Plan. This partnership provides the client with a single point of contact to facilitate access to a broad range of resources, promoting sustainable assistance for individuals and a household’s recovery. These services are client-focused and provided in a manner consistent with standards for trauma-informed practice in human services.
Click HERE for Hardin County Disaster Case Management
RURAL RECOVERY RESOURCES- Iowa State University Extension Storm Damage Resources
- Facebook: Rural Communities Derecho Outreach Page
HARDIN COUNTY RESOURCES
Mid-Iowa Community Action, Inc.- Point of Contact: Lori Smuck
- Phone Number: (641) 648-5036
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Jackson County Resources
FEMA
Impacted Jackson County residents will now apply for FEMA Individual Assistance and no longer apply for the state's Individual Assistance.- Register for FEMA Disaster Assistance
- Online 24/7; by phone 7 days a week 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. CT)
- In Linn County, if you have losses not covered by insurance, register:
- Online at DisasterAssistance.gov
- By phone at 800-621-3362,
- For 711 or Video Relay Service, call 800-621-3362
- For TTY, call 800-462-7585
- Basic FEMA Information for Iowa Homeowners and Renters
- What to expect after you register for FEMA Disaster Assistance
- FEMA Multilingual Brochures (27 languages)
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE- Iowa Workforce Development Disaster Unemployment Brochure
- Red Cross Recovery Financial Assistance
- Iowa Association of Realtors Storm Relief
IOWA DISASTER CASE MANAGEMENTDisaster Case Management is a time-limited resource and process that involves a partnership between a disaster case manager and a household impacted by a disaster to develop and carry out a Disaster Recovery Plan. This partnership provides the client with a single point of contact to facilitate access to a broad range of resources, promoting sustainable assistance for individuals and a household’s recovery. These services are client-focused and provided in a manner consistent with standards for trauma-informed practice in human services.
Click HERE for Jackson County Disaster Case Management
RURAL RECOVERY RESOURCES- Iowa State University Extension Storm Damage Resources
- Facebook: Rural Communities Derecho Outreach Page
JACKSON COUNTY RESOURCES
Jackson County EMA- Point of Contact: Lyn Medinger
- Phone Number: 563-542-3911
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Jones County Resources
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
- Iowa DHS Disaster Assistance Programs
- Iowa Individual Disaster Assistance Grant Program (IIAGP) Application
- Request for Replacement of Spoiled Food (Current EBT Program Participants)- Iowa Workforce Development Disaster Unemployment Brochure
- Red Cross Recovery Financial Assistance
- Iowa Association of Realtors Storm Relief
IOWA DISASTER CASE MANAGEMENTDisaster Case Management is a time-limited resource and process that involves a partnership between a disaster case manager and a household impacted by a disaster to develop and carry out a Disaster Recovery Plan. This partnership provides the client with a single point of contact to facilitate access to a broad range of resources, promoting sustainable assistance for individuals and a household’s recovery. These services are client-focused and provided in a manner consistent with standards for trauma-informed practice in human services.
Click HERE for Jones County Disaster Case Management
RURAL RECOVERY RESOURCES- Iowa State University Extension Storm Damage Resources
- Facebook: Rural Communities Derecho Outreach Page
JONES COUNTY RESOURCES
Jones County EMA- Point of Contact: Brenda Leonard
- Phone Number: 319-480-0617
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Linn County Resources
FEMA
Impacted Linn County residents will now apply for FEMA Individual Assistance and no longer apply for the state's Individual Assistance.
- Register for FEMA Disaster Assistance
- Online 24/7; by phone 7 days a week 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. CT)
- In Linn County, if you have losses not covered by insurance, register:
- Online at DisasterAssistance.gov
- By phone at 800-621-3362,
- For 711 or Video Relay Service, call 800-621-3362
- For TTY, call 800-462-7585
- Basic FEMA Information for Iowa Homeowners and Renters
- What to expect after you register for FEMA Disaster Assistance
- Your Civil Rights and Disaster Assistance
- How to File a FEMA Decision Appeal
- FEMA Multilingual Brochures (27 languages)
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
- Request for Replacement of Spoiled Food (Current EBT Program Participants)- Iowa Workforce Development Disaster Unemployment Brochure
- Iowa Workforce Development Disaster Unemployment Application: Due September 24
- Red Cross Recovery Financial Assistance
- Iowa Association of Realtors Storm Relief
IOWA DISASTER CASE MANAGEMENT
Disaster Case Management is a time-limited resource and process that involves a partnership between a disaster case manager and a household impacted by a disaster to develop and carry out a Disaster Recovery Plan. This partnership provides the client with a single point of contact to facilitate access to a broad range of resources, promoting sustainable assistance for individuals and a household’s recovery. These services are client-focused and provided in a manner consistent with standards for trauma-informed practice in human services.
Click HERE for Linn County Disaster Case Management
RURAL RECOVERY RESOURCES- Iowa State University Extension Storm Damage Resources
- Facebook: Rural Communities Derecho Outreach Page
VOLUNTEERSUWECI has activated an emergency volunteer reception center to help our neighbors during the aftermath of Monday's storms. If you are looking to volunteer, here are three ways you can sign up to help:
View opportunities & signup to volunteer online at www.uweci.org/volunteernow
FOR VICTIMS OF SCAMS, FRAUD, AND PRICE-GOUGING
The Linn County EMA has issued a warning against storm-chaser scams that might be affecting our community.
Click HERE to file a consumer complaint with the Iowa Attorney General's Office.
For tips on avoiding fraudulent FEMA information, please read the FEMA Press Release from August 20, 202o.
LINN COUNTY RESOURCES
- Linn Area Partners Active in Disaster (LAP-AID)
- Iowa Derecho Storm Resource Page
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Marshall County Resources
FEMA
Impacted Marshall County residents will now apply for FEMA Individual Assistance and no longer apply for the state's Individual Assistance.
- Register for FEMA Disaster Assistance
- Online 24/7; by phone 7 days a week 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. CT)
- In Linn County, if you have losses not covered by insurance, register:
- Online at DisasterAssistance.gov
- By phone at 800-621-3362,
- For 711 or Video Relay Service, call 800-621-3362
- For TTY, call 800-462-7585
- Basic FEMA Information for Iowa Homeowners and Renters
- What to expect after you register for FEMA Disaster Assistance
- How to File a FEMA Decision Appeal
Multilingual Resources:
- FEMA Multilingual Brochures (27 languages)
Updated FEMA Information Available in Swahili:
- FEMA Inafungua Kituo cha Kupona Maafa
- Walionusurika katika Kaunti 10 za Ziada Wanaweza Sasa Kuomba Msaada wa Mtu binafsi wa FEMA
- Waokokaji wa Dhoruba Wanaweza Kustahiki Kulipwa Malipo
Updated FEMA Information Available in French:
- La FEMA ouvre un centre de secours en cas de catastrophe
- Les survivants de 10 autres comtés peuvent désormais demander l'aide individuelle de la FEMA
- Les survivants de la tempête pourraient être admissibles à un remboursement des frais d'hébergement
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE- Iowa DHS Disaster Assistance Programs
- Iowa Individual Disaster Assistance Grant Program (IIAGP) Application
- Request for Replacement of Spoiled Food (Current EBT Program Participants)- Iowa Workforce Development Disaster Unemployment Brochure
- Red Cross Recovery Financial Assistance
- Iowa Association of Realtors Storm Relief
IOWA DISASTER CASE MANAGEMENTDisaster Case Management is a time-limited resource and process that involves a partnership between a disaster case manager and a household impacted by a disaster to develop and carry out a Disaster Recovery Plan. This partnership provides the client with a single point of contact to facilitate access to a broad range of resources, promoting sustainable assistance for individuals and a household’s recovery. These services are client-focused and provided in a manner consistent with standards for trauma-informed practice in human services.
Click HERE for Marshall County Disaster Case Management
RURAL RECOVERY RESOURCES- Iowa State University Extension Storm Damage Resources
- Facebook: Rural Communities Derecho Outreach Page
MARSHALL COUNTY RESOURCES
Mid-Iowa Community Action, Inc.- Point of Contact: Josie Stahlin
- Phone Number: 641-752-7162
- Email Address: josie.stahlin@micaonline.org
Marshall County Iowa Emergency Management Facebook page!
To get alerts from the city of Marshalltown, click HERE.
HERE is a list of licensed tree trimmers in Marshalltown.
Salvation Army Marshalltown Worship Community Center Facebook page
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Story County Resources
FEMA
Impacted Story County residents will now apply for FEMA Individual Assistance and no longer apply for the state's Individual Assistance.
- Register for FEMA Disaster Assistance
- Online 24/7; by phone 7 days a week 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. CT)
- In Linn County, if you have losses not covered by insurance, register:
- Online at DisasterAssistance.gov
- By phone at 800-621-3362,
- For 711 or Video Relay Service, call 800-621-3362
- For TTY, call 800-462-7585
- Basic FEMA Information for Iowa Homeowners and Renters
- What to expect after you register for FEMA Disaster Assistance
- How to File a FEMA Decision Appeal
Multilingual Resources:
- FEMA Multilingual Brochures (27 languages)
Updated FEMA Information Available in Swahili:
- FEMA Inafungua Kituo cha Kupona Maafa
- Walionusurika katika Kaunti 10 za Ziada Wanaweza Sasa Kuomba Msaada wa Mtu binafsi wa FEMA
- Waokokaji wa Dhoruba Wanaweza Kustahiki Kulipwa Malipo
Updated FEMA Information Available in French:
- La FEMA ouvre un centre de secours en cas de catastrophe
- Les survivants de 10 autres comtés peuvent désormais demander l'aide individuelle de la FEMA
- Les survivants de la tempête pourraient être admissibles à un remboursement des frais d'hébergement
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE- Iowa Workforce Development Disaster Unemployment Brochure
- Red Cross Recovery Financial Assistance
- Iowa Association of Realtors Storm Relief
IOWA DISASTER CASE MANAGEMENTDisaster Case Management is a time-limited resource and process that involves a partnership between a disaster case manager and a household impacted by a disaster to develop and carry out a Disaster Recovery Plan. This partnership provides the client with a single point of contact to facilitate access to a broad range of resources, promoting sustainable assistance for individuals and a household’s recovery. These services are client-focused and provided in a manner consistent with standards for trauma-informed practice in human services.
Click HERE for Story County Disaster Case Management
RURAL RECOVERY RESOURCES- Iowa State University Extension Storm Damage Resources
- Facebook: Rural Communities Derecho Outreach Page
STORY COUNTY RESOURCES
Story County Coalition for Disaster Recovery- Point of Contact: Melissa Spencer
- Phone Number: 515-382-7316
- Email Address: storycountyiowacdr@gmail.com
Story County Emergency Management
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TAMA County Resources
FEMA
Impacted Tama County residents will now apply for FEMA Individual Assistance and no longer apply for the state's Individual Assistance.
- Register for FEMA Disaster Assistance
- Online 24/7; by phone 7 days a week 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. CT)
- In Linn County, if you have losses not covered by insurance, register:
- Online at DisasterAssistance.gov
- By phone at 800-621-3362,
- For 711 or Video Relay Service, call 800-621-3362
- For TTY, call 800-462-7585
- Basic FEMA Information for Iowa Homeowners and Renters
- What to expect after you register for FEMA Disaster Assistance
- How to File a FEMA Decision Appeal
Multilingual Resources:
- FEMA Multilingual Brochures (27 languages)
Updated FEMA Information Available in Swahili:
- FEMA Inafungua Kituo cha Kupona Maafa
- Walionusurika katika Kaunti 10 za Ziada Wanaweza Sasa Kuomba Msaada wa Mtu binafsi wa FEMA
- Waokokaji wa Dhoruba Wanaweza Kustahiki Kulipwa Malipo
Updated FEMA Information Available in French:
- La FEMA ouvre un centre de secours en cas de catastrophe
- Les survivants de 10 autres comtés peuvent désormais demander l'aide individuelle de la FEMA
- Les survivants de la tempête pourraient être admissibles à un remboursement des frais d'hébergement
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE- Iowa Workforce Development Disaster Unemployment Brochure
- Red Cross Recovery Financial Assistance
- Iowa Association of Realtors Storm Relief
IOWA DISASTER CASE MANAGEMENTDisaster Case Management is a time-limited resource and process that involves a partnership between a disaster case manager and a household impacted by a disaster to develop and carry out a Disaster Recovery Plan. This partnership provides the client with a single point of contact to facilitate access to a broad range of resources, promoting sustainable assistance for individuals and a household’s recovery. These services are client-focused and provided in a manner consistent with standards for trauma-informed practice in human services.
Click HERE for Tama County Disaster Case Management
RURAL RECOVERY RESOURCES- Iowa State University Extension Storm Damage Resources
- Facebook: Rural Communities Derecho Outreach Page
VOLUNTEERS
- Samaritan's Purse
TAMA COUNTY RESOURCES
Tama County Iowa Emergency Management Facebook page
For an announcement regarding clean-up in Tama County, click HERE.
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Brain Health Crisis Hotlines
Foundation 2, Mobile Crisis Outreach: 855-800-1239
Crisis Support & Suicide Prevention: 800-332-4224
Your Life Iowa Statewide Crisis Line - Call or Text 855-581-8111
Iowa Warm Line: 844-775-9276
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