DES MOINES, Iowa – As Iowans rebuild or repair the damage to their homes caused by the storms that occurred from March 12 through May 16, 2019, the Federal Emergency Management Agency and local home-improvement stores have teamed up to provide free information, tips and literature on making houses and businesses stronger and safer.
FEMA mitigation specialists will be on hand at in-store information centers to answer questions, and offer home improvement tips and proven methods to prevent and lessen damage from future disasters. Most of the information is geared for do-it-your-selfers and general contractors.
Mitigation teams also will have free reference booklets in English and Spanish on mold and mildew clean-up as well as protecting your home from future flood damage. More information about strengthening property can be found at www.fema.gov/what-mitigation.
Information available at this location include building a storm shelter or safe room, creating an emergency supply kit and floodproofing for businesses.
FEMA specialists will be available from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Saturday, May 20 – 25, at:
The Home Depot
415 Cunningham Dr.
Sioux City, IA 51106
(Woodbury County)
For more information on the Iowa disaster and a variety of recovery resources, log onto: www.floods2019.iowa.gov or call 2-1-1. Find more at www.fema.gov/disaster/4421.
Disaster recovery assistance is available without regard to race, color, religion, nationality, sex, age, disability, English proficiency or economic status. If you or someone you know has faced discrimination or needs help with accessible communication, call FEMA toll-free at 800-621-3362. Multilingual operators are available.
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FEMA's mission is helping people before, during, and after disasters.
HSEMD Mission: To lead, coordinate and support homeland security and emergency management functions in order to establish sustainable communities and ensure economic opportunities for Iowa and its citizens