{"id":101852,"date":"2026-08-21T11:04:14","date_gmt":"2026-08-21T15:04:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/yournewslocal.com\/?p=101852"},"modified":"2026-08-21T11:04:18","modified_gmt":"2026-08-21T15:04:18","slug":"storm-recovery-resources-available","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/yournewslocal.com\/?p=101852","title":{"rendered":"Storm recovery resources available"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<!--AUTO-AD-BEFORE-->\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block\"\n        data-ad-format=\"fluid\"\n        data-ad-layout-key=\"-gw-3+1f-3d+2z\"\n        data-ad-client=\"0531879237494766\"\n        data-ad-slot=\"5600453644\"><\/ins>\n    <script>(adsbygoogle=window.adsbygoogle||[]).push({});<\/script>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">IN- Recent severe storms and flooding have impacted communities across Indiana. The state has deployed several emergency aid resources to help Hoosiers and communities recover. The office of State Representative Ethan Manning is monitoring the situation in our community and across the state and will continue sharing resources as they become available.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Below are some important resources to help Hoosiers affected by the storms:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.des05.com\/t\/49924960\/1676493225\/110669089\/0\/60330\/?x=b9cde9ca\">State Disaster Relief Fund<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Eligible Hoosiers may qualify for up to $5,000 in emergency aid to help with basic needs such as food and clothing. Call 2-1-1 to learn more or apply online\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.des05.com\/t\/49924960\/1676493225\/110659599\/0\/60330\/?x=fb84d129\">here<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.des05.com\/t\/49924960\/1676493225\/110669090\/0\/60330\/?x=c21d9d8c\">Indiana 211<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Anyone affected by the storms call 2-1-1 or 866-211-9966 to report damage and connect with available resources. Reporting to 2-1-1 will help the state assess the extent of damage and develop next steps in the recovery process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.des05.com\/t\/49924960\/1676493225\/83551404\/0\/60330\/?x=e0789148\">Emergency Housing<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you have been displaced from your home, emergency hotel vouchers and disaster rental assistance may be available through the Indiana Housing and Community Development Authority. Call 2-1-1 or 1-800-RED-CROSS for assistance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.des05.com\/t\/49924960\/1676493225\/110659600\/0\/60330\/?x=a0c949fb\">SNAP Benefit Replacement<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Hoosiers who lost food due to the storms or power outages may qualify for SNAP benefit replacements. Submit an affidavit within 10 days of the event through the FSSA Benefits&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.des05.com\/t\/49924960\/1676493225\/110659600\/1\/60330\/?x=2d7bd2d7\">portal<\/a>, by fax at 888-436-9199 or at a Division of Family Resources office.\ufeff<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.des05.com\/t\/49924960\/1676493225\/110659601\/2\/60330\/?x=bcdaeb8d\">Additional Resources<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For shelter, emergency assistance and disaster recovery resources, call the American Red Cross at 1-800-RED-CROSS or visit&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.des05.com\/t\/49924960\/1676493225\/79291688\/0\/60330\/?x=91c143e9\">redcross.org<\/a>. Hoosiers can find American Red Cross shelters in impacted areas&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.des05.com\/t\/49924960\/1676493225\/110672274\/0\/60330\/?x=2548d8bd\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Get help with insurance questions or storm-related claims by calling the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.des05.com\/t\/49924960\/1676493225\/110659602\/0\/60330\/?x=eeb9ccda\">Indiana Department of Insurance<\/a>&nbsp;at 317-232-2395. If you encounter a storm-related scam, contact the Indiana Attorney General&#8217;s Office at&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.des05.com\/t\/49924960\/1676493225\/99922291\/0\/60330\/?x=b0c8550a\">indianaconsumer.com<\/a>&nbsp;or 1-800-382-5516. Find tips and guidance&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.des05.com\/t\/49924960\/1676493225\/110659946\/0\/60330\/?x=6aa4dca8\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Recovery can be overwhelming, but you do not have to navigate it alone. The office of State Representative Ethan Manning is always here to help connect you with available resources and assistance. Contact his office at 317-232-9711 or visit\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.des05.com\/t\/49924960\/1676493225\/106722087\/1\/60330\/?x=554a8aea\">in.gov\/h23<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"940\" height=\"788\" src=\"https:\/\/yournewslocal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/image-19.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-101853\" srcset=\"https:\/\/yournewslocal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/image-19.png 940w, https:\/\/yournewslocal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/image-19-300x251.png 300w, https:\/\/yournewslocal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/image-19-768x644.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 940px) 100vw, 940px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n<!--AUTO-AD-AFTER-->\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;text-align:center\"\n        data-ad-format=\"autorelaxed\"\n        data-ad-client=\"0531879237494766\"\n        data-ad-slot=\"9212395598\"><\/ins>\n    <script>(adsbygoogle=window.adsbygoogle||[]).push({});<\/script>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>IN- Recent severe storms and flooding have impacted communities across Indiana. The state has deployed several emergency aid resources to help Hoosiers and communities recover. The office of State Representative Ethan Manning is monitoring the situation in our community and across the state and will continue sharing resources as they become available. 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