09/11/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 09/11/2024 14:21
ST. PAUL - If you are a Minnesota resident recovering from June 16 - July 4 disaster, consider taking steps now to make your home more resilient against future flood risks.
Here are five ways you can protect your property from flooding:
Homeowners who applied with FEMA and received disaster assistance may receive additional funds to pay for specific risk reduction measures. For Minnesotans affected by the June 16 - July 4 storms and flooding, this assistance could include repairing your roof to withstand higher winds and help prevent water infiltration, elevating your water heater or furnace and/or elevating or moving an electric panel to avoid future flood damage. This additional funding will be provided within the award amount homeowners receive who were eligible for FEMA's home repair assistance. More information about this financial resource is available on our Hazard Mitigation Under the Individuals and Households Program fact sheet.
In addition, eligible U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) disaster loan borrowers may increase their loans by up to 20% of the total physical damage to add mitigation measures to their home or business to help protect against future disasters. Learn more at www.sba.gov/funding-programs/disaster-assistance.
For even more flood risk reduction tips, visit www.FEMA.gov/protect-your-property. Learn more about the disaster operation in Minnesota by visiting our website www.fema.gov/disaster/4797.