Severe storms and tornadoes tore across Northeast Ohio, leaving thousands without power and working through the aftermath. The resources below offer information on safety, recovery, and mental health support.
FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Agency)
- Phone assistance: 1-800-621-FEMA (1-800-621-3362)
- Ohio | FEMA
- FEMA Mobile Products (To search for shelters near you, text SHELTER and your ZIP code to 43362 – e.g. Shelter 12345. You may look up shelters any time through the American Red Cross shelter map or by downloading the FEMA App.)
- DisasterAssistance.gov
- Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) Locator
- Phone assistance: 1-800-RED-CROSS (1-800-733-2767)
- American Red Cross Northern Ohio Region
- Red Cross Shelter Map (Find open shelters.)
- Red Cross Mobile Apps and Voice-Enabled Skills/Actions (To download Apps)
- Contact Loved Ones | Disaster Aid
Government and Other Resources
- FirstEnergy Storm Center Ohio Outages
- Ohio Power Outages Map
- Ohio Emergency Management Agency
- Ready.Ohio
- Traffic Advisories | Ohio Department of Transportation
- 211 Ohio (Dial 2-1-1 for help locating clothing, food, utility and other resources, 24/7.)
- National Weather Service (Weather information.)
- Salvation Army Location Search
- Disaster Assistance | U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA)
Tornadoes: Preparedness, Staying Safe, and Recovery
- Tornadoes | Ready.gov
- Tornado Safety | American Red Cross
- Tornadoes: Before, During, and After | Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
- Emergency Preparedness: Tornadoes | National Weather Service
- Disasters FAQ | The Humane Society of the United States
Mental Health Resources
For any members looking for personalized support through your Assistance Program, visit our member support page or reach out to your Assistance Program directly anytime.
