Reporting Damage
How to report?
Individuals
2-1-1: Report all damage to Vermont 211 by dialing 2-1-1 or visiting vermont211.org. NOTE: Reporting DOES NOT obligate the property owner to take any further action. If you need assistance reporting, please reach out the chelsealibraryvt@gmail.com. We are happy to help you navigate the reporting process!
FEMA – File a FEMA report. There is a FEMA office open at the Williamstown Public Safety Building at 249 Meadow Street, from 9 AM-5PM seven days a week until further notice. This is for residential property owners to make direct contact with FEMA representatives.
For more information about how to file a report with FEMA, follow this link.
What Can I Report?
- Any structural damage
- Internal damage- wet sheetrock, water-damaged belongings, etc.
- Property damage to fencing, vehicles, appliances, etc.
- Washed-out driveway
Businesses
If your business has sustained damage from the flood, please file a report here: https://vermont211.org/business-form#Business%20Form
For a complete guide on how to begin recovery for your business after a disaster, visit https://vtsbdc.org/…/VtSBDC-cover-and-pages…
If you had damage to crops, forage, equipment, and buildings please use the following resources: www.Agriculture.Vermont.Gov/Flood
What to do after reporting?
a) Take photos of your damaged home and belongings.
b) Make a list of damaged or lost items.
c) If you have insurance, you must file a claim with your insurance company.
Flood insurance covers damage due to overland flow affecting two or more properties. This includes damage to utilities in the basement. A homeowner’s policy will not cover losses due to flooding
d) Begin clean up. After taking photos, you should immediately throw away flooded items that pose a health risk, such as perishable food items, clothing, cushions, and pillows.