As the impact of the flash flooding across the Northeast continues to unfold, we offer the following resources and support to help navigate these stressful situations.
Take steps to ensure your safety and well-being. If you or your loved ones are under a flood warning, need guidance on preparing for a flood or staying safe during and after a flood, visit Ready.Gov/Floods for more information. The following organizations offer more information about available assistance, emergency supplies, financial aid, and other services.
FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Agency)
- Phone assistance: 1-800-621-FEMA (1-800-621-3362)
- DRC Locator (Disaster Recovery Center Locator)
- FEMA Mobile Products (Download the FEMA App to find open shelters or text SHELTER and your zip code. For example, “SHELTER 01234”. For Spanish text REFUGIO and your zip code. Standard text message rates apply.)
American Red Cross
- Phone assistance: 1-800-RED-CROSS (1-800-733-2767)
- Red Cross Mobile Apps and Voice-Enabled Skills/Actions
- Find Open Shelters
- Contact Loved Ones
Government and Other Resources
- Home | DisasterAssistance.gov
- Emergency Shelter | DisasterAssistance.gov
- 2-1-1 (Phone assistance 2-1-1 for help locating clothing, food, or resources for your family, 24/7.)
- Salvation Army Location Search
- Disaster Loan Assistance | U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA)
Floods: Preparedness and Recovery
- Floods | Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
- Flood Safety | American Red Cross
- Flood Relief | American Red Cross
- Flood Safety Tips and Resources | National Weather Service
Mental Health Resources
- Coping with Traumatic Events
- Coping with Grief and Loss: Strategies for Healing and Moving Forward
- Managing Stress in Times of Crisis
- Helping Children Cope with Disaster
- Helping Children Cope with Traumatic Events and Emergencies
- Media Coverage of Traumatic Events
Also, keep in mind your Employee Assistance Program can provide mental health support and referrals for additional resources and support. To learn more, visit Member Support.
