Flood Recovery Information

FEMA -- Federal Emergency Management Agency
Affected residents and business owners in the designated counties can begin the disaster application process by calling 1-800-621-FEMA (3362) or 1-800-462-7585 (TTY) for the hearing and speech impaired. The toll free telephone numbers will be available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week until further notice.

The Allegheny County Disaster Recovery Center is open at the Community College of Allegheny County, Allegheny campus, Physical Education Building (845 Ridge Ave.). The office will serve as a "one-stop shop for flood recovery programs, services and assistance from the federal, state, county and municipal levels of government," according to a statement from the county Department of Emergency Services. Shuttle bus service will be available. The center will be open from 10 a.m. until 7 p.m. everyday. Full Details
Prior to visitng the center, flood victims are asked to call FEMA at 1-800-621-3362 to begin the process and receive an application number. CCAC has reserved the Student Service Center parking lot on English Way for flood victims. www.fema.gov/

The Washington County Disaster Recovery Office is located in the Washington Mall in South Strabane. Click here for more details.

View the State of Pennsylvania's Flood Information at www.state.pa.us/papower/site/default.asp

Allegheny County Ivan Disaster Recovery
Individuals who may need support, have concerns about the status of the State of Emergency in Allegheny County, or would like information about county services should call. www.county.allegheny.pa.us/emerserv/disaster04.asp
Hotline: 412-423-0202

Small Business Administration can be reached at 1-800-659-2955. You can also visit this link for more information: www.sba.gov.

Salvation Army Service Centers
8:30am through 8pm Providing temporary shelter, new clothing, food and more to flood victims. Victims seeking assistance should be prepared to show proof of residence, said Bob Myers, disaster services director. For disaster assistance information, call the Army at (412) 394-4885.

Chartiers Valley: 505 Washington Avenue in Carnegie
Tarentum: 209 Corbet Street
Braddock: 300 Holland Avenue
Sharpsburg: Sienna Valley EMS facility
Catholic Charities: Offering assistance to flood victims in southwestern Pennsylvania. To request assistance in Allegheny County call (412) 456-6976. In other counties call 1-800-321-2273.

Parental Stress Center
Children's books, toys and other items will be distributed this weekend. Families may call (412) 361-4800 to arrange to receive items. Contributions of used books, toys, clothing and other items are taken daily at the center, 5877 Commerce St., East Liberty.

Cleanup
Residents in flood damaged areas are asked to put flood damaged debris out at your curb or in a designated dumpster. Salvage crews will be around all week collecting debris.

The Dept. of Environmental Protection is offering water testing kits for residents who rely on water wells or springs for their drinking water in counties that have been declared disaster areas by Governor Edward G. Rendell. For copies of the fact sheet and more flood recovery information on re-entering and cleaning homes and businesses, cleaning up home heating oil, reporting spills and other environmental emergencies, contact your nearest DEP regional office, or visit DEP’s Web site at DEP: Flooding
Tips for safe flood cleanup: DEP: Flood Cleanup

"How to protect your health when a flood strikes" provided by the Allegheny County Health Department www.achd.net (PDF file)

Legal Aid
Members of the Allegheny County Bar Association will provide free 30-minute legal consultations to flood victims. Lawyers will answer questions on insurance and real estate issues. To schedule a consultation, call (412) 261-5555 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays.

Unemployment Assistance
People displaced from their jobs because of the flooding are eligible for unemployment assistance. Disaster unemployment assistance is available to the self-employed or those who would not normally qualify for regular state unemployment assistance. Details: (877) 345-3382.

Food Replacement
If you lost food that was purchased with the Access card you may request replacement benefits within 10 days of the disaster. Contact your County Assistance Office and view this file for more information.

Giving
The American Red Cross
Accepting monetary donations in lieu of food, clothing or supplies.
American Red Cross Disaster Relief Fund
225 Boulevard of the Allies
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
412-263-3100
http://swpa.redcross.org

Salvation Army
Accepting monetary donations in lieu of food, clothing or supplies.
"PA Hurricane Relief"
c/o The Salvation Army
424 Third Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15219
412-922-4808
www.salvationarmy-wpa.org

United Way of Allegheny County
Donate time or money.
www.unitedwaypittsburgh.org

Catholic Charities
Catholic Charities is offering assistance to flood victims in southwestern Pennsylvania. If you wish to make a donation call the Catholic Charities' Development Office at (412) 456-6969 or visit their Web site at www.ccpgh.org.

Allegheny Valley Bank
Accepting donations for Shaler, Etna, Sharpsburg and Millvale flood victims. Cleaning products and non-perishable foods can be brought to 900 Mt. Royal Blvd.

Tarentum
Tarentum emergency management said donations to help residents of Tarentum.
"Tarentum Borough Flood Relief"
c/o 1st National Bank
306 E. 6th Avenue
Tarentum, PA 15084.

North Hills Community Outreach (Millvale)
Accepting a wide variety of donations.
North Hills Community Outreach
1975 Ferguson Road
Allison Park, PA 15101-3235
412/487-6316
www.nhco.org/flood.htm

Etna
Accepting monetary donations.
Etna Flood Relief Fund
c/o St. Vincent DePaul Society at All Saints Church
19 Wilson Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15222

St. Irenaeus Church (Oakmont)
Accepting monetary donations
(412) 828-9846

Western Pennsylvania Kerry-Edwards campaign headquarters, Donations can be dropped off from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. weekdays.
225 Ross Street
first floor, Downtown

Parental Stress Center
Contributions of used books, toys, clothing and other items are taken daily at the center.
5877 Commerce Street
East Liberty

Tetanus Vaccinations
Allegheny County Health Department will provide tetanus vaccinations. Click here for the latest times and locations. Priority will be given to emergency responders.

Property Assessment Relief
If you have been one of the many people affected by the flood, relief may be in sight. People who own homes that have suffered more than 50 percent damage can apply to the Property Assessment Department to get an application for catastrophic loss. Here's what you do: Get an application from the Property Assessments office. An assessor will come to your property and reassess the land only. The assessor's office number is: (412) 350-4600.

Free Hot Water Tanks
The Salvation Army and the major natural gas companies have teamed up with Lowe's and the local plumbers' union to provide tanks to those who meet certain income levels. More Information: (412) 394-4889.