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Disaster Cost Estimates as of February 20, 2025 (this number is unofficials & will change with validation of claims by state and federal authorities)
Response & Damage Costs to Local Governments (FEMA Public Assistance): $12,624,223
Damage & Losses to Property Owners/Renters (FEMA Individual Assistance): $1,309,212
Program Status
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Severe Storms & Tornadoes |
Severe Storms, Flooding, & Tornadoes |
Severe Storms, Flooding, Straight-line Winds, & Tornadoes |
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FEMA #4779-DR-IA |
FEMA #4784-DR-IA |
FEMA #4796-DR-IA |
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Incident Period |
April 26-27, 2024 |
May 20-31, 2024 |
June 16-July 23, 2024 |
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FEMA Programs Authorized |
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Public Assistance Application Period: |
CLOSED |
CLOSED |
CLOSED |
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Individual Assistance Application Period: |
CLOSED |
CLOSED |
CLOSED |
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Current Updates: |
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In-person Disaster Case Advocacy services available to individuals starting Wednesday, February 9, 2025 as federal partners transistion out of the center.
The Long-term Disaster Recovery Center (LT-DRC) will be staffed
with local emergency management personnel and state
disaster case advocates who can provide asssitance with navigating FEMA, insurance, SBA, applying for programs and assistance, identifying and accessing new resources, developing a home repair or rebuild plan, creating a unique recovery plan with steps to reach your recovery goals, and more, based on your disaster-related needs.
Disater Survivors who haven't enrolled in the Iowa Disaster Case Advocacy Program can still enroll at homelandsecurity.iowa.gov/assistance, or at this link DCA Online Form.
In-person Disaster Case Advocacy Services
Pottawattamie County Emergency Management Agency
205 S. Main St., Council Bluffs, IA 51503
OPEN: Wednesdays, 9a.m. - 3p.m. (starting February 9th)
Disasters are tough but especially tough when severe weather and disaster conditions have impacted our county over a period of three months. Stress, anxiety, and coping with insurance and federal programs can be overwhelming. A friendly ear and a helping hand is avialble to anyone to discuss their experiences. Contact Project Recovery Iowa to speak with a stress counselor, confidential and free! The dedicated staff will meet you where you are.
Meet with a Disaster Case Advocate who can help you formulate a recovery plan, navigate programs you've applied for, and help you identify and access recovery programs you may qualify for. Complete the Disaster Case Advocacy Inquiry at the button below or visit a Disaster Case Advocate at the Long-term Disaster Reocvery Center.
Disaster Case Advocacy Inquiry
