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Hurricane Ida Information
This resource acts as a guide to public benefits and disaster legal issues stemming from Hurricane Ida.
Hurricane Ida: Step-by-Step guide to applying for FEMA assistance
Please see this helpful step-by-step guide on applying for FEMA assistance. Use this search tool to see if your area has been declared a disaster area for individual assistance from FEMA. If your area is eligible for individual assistance, use this link to apply to FEMA for aid and check the status of an application. You can also call FEMA for information on the status of your claim. Call Call 1-800-621-FEMA (3362). The speech or hearing impaired may call (TTY) 1-800-462-7585.
Draft a FEMA Appeal Letter
National Disaster Legal Aid Interactive FEMA Appeals Tool - information and link to a program to help you create a FEMA Appeal Letter. Caution! FEMA issues can be complicated. This resource does not identify the issues for your appeal. Try to find a lawyer to help you with your FEMA appeal if you can.
About Emergency SNAP Benefits & Disaster Food Stamps
Replacement SNAP Benefits; Supplemental SNAP Benefits; Disaster SNAP (DSNAP) Benefits are only distributed after a federally-declared disaster.
Dealing With Weather Emergencies
Preparing for a Weather Emergency, Staying Alert to Disaster-related Scams, Getting Back on Your Feet Financially, and Resources.
Disaster Insurance Claim Guide
Information for home, flood & flood insurance after a disaster; how to file an insurance claim; working with insurance adjusters; and consumer complaints.
Disaster Recovery Center Locator
Use your city and state or ZIP code to search for a Disaster Recovery Center near you.
Flood and Fire Victims' Rights as Tenants
Common questions asked by tenants who suffer flood or fire damage.
Gov. Edwards Delays Fall Elections in Louisiana Following Hurricane Ida
The elections that would have been held on October 9 will now be held on November 13 and the general elections for run-offs that would have been held on November 13 will now be held on December 11.
Housing After a Disaster
A guide to the legal issues a person may encounter in housing after a natural disaster or other emergency. Includes information about landlord-tenant and eviction issues. This also includes information other issues around owning, clearing title, rebuilding and insuring a home when you have experienced or at the risk of disaster.
IRS announces tax relief for victims of Hurricane Ida in Louisiana
Survivors of Hurricane Ida that began August 26, 2021 now have until January 3, 2022, to file various individual and business tax returns and make tax payments, the Internal Revenue Service announced.
National Flood Insurance Program
National Flood Insurance Program includes (1) Buying a Policy, (2) Renewing a Policy, (3) Flood Risks and Costs, (4) Before and After a Flood, (5) Flood Zones and Maps.
Search For Family Members After Disasters
The ICRC and National Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies work together around the world to locate people and put them back into contact with their relatives. This work includes looking for family members, restoring contact, reuniting families and seeking to clarify the fate of those who remain missing.
Small Business Administration (SBA) Disaster Loans
Information on disaster loans provided by the U.S. Small Business Administration and how to apply.
Housing After a Disaster
A guide to the legal issues a person may encounter in housing after a natural disaster or other emergency. Includes information about landlord-tenant and eviction issues. This also includes information other issues around owning, clearing title, rebuilding and insuring a home when you have experienced or at the risk of disaster.