Clarification 

• Message for insurance companies and people filing sewer backup claims with their private insurance companies 

City of Dearborn Flood Forms and City Resources

• Click here to Report Flood Damage and Estimated Losses
• Report Flood Damage and Estimated Losses (Arabic)  -  الإبلاغ عن أضرار الفيضانات والخسائر المقدرة (عربي)
• Flood/sewer backup damage and estimated losses form due to the City by Monday, Aug. 9, 2021
• Residents can call 313-586-3181 to report flood damage to the City, get info on resources

How to Apply for Financial Assistance from FEMA

• 6 Things to Know About the Nov. 12th Deadline to Apply for Federal Disaster Assistance
• Federal funds offered to prevent future damage to basement water heater, furnace, electrical panel
• Renters may be eligible for federal disaster assistance, see details here
• Dearborn residents offered FEMA Flood Recovery Checklist
• VIDEO: What happens during a FEMA inspection, step by step
• How to apply for financial relief following presidential disaster declaration
• Highlights of Information from the July 23, 2021 Flood Resources Town Hall
• VIDEO: Congresswoman Debbie Dingell's Flood Resources Town Hall from July 23, 2021
• FAQ: Michigan Flooding & FEMA Assistance
• Understanding the next steps if you are denied by FEMA
• How to Write an Appeal Letter if you are denied by FEMA
• Disagree with FEMA? Know your options to appeal 
• FEMA individual assistance program

How renters, homeowners and businesses can apply to Small Business Administration (SBA) for financial help

• Renters, homeowners and businesses should not wait for insurance settlement before applying to the Small Business Administration
• SBA Disaster Assistance Flyer
• Small Business Administration Details
• How the SBA can help
• SBA Fact Sheet

Help with Cleaning out Basements

• How to Clean Up After Basement Flooding
• Call 313-407-4436 for basement cleanup help offered by charity
• Wayne County 2-1-1 service accepting calls from residents in need of help clearing flood-damaged homes

Other Resources

• State provides resources for low income households
• The Police Department's advice on how to avoid home repair scams
• Scientists: Floods sign of climate change
• Caring for your Mental Health after a Disaster

Information about Dearborn’s Stormwater and Sewer System

• Facts about Dearborn's sewer system and the June 26, 2021 flooding updated July 14, 2021
• Engineering presentation at July 27, 2021 Council Study Session

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