Flood Resources for MI-12 Residents

Representative Debbie Dingell

June 29, 2021

My team & I are working with state & federal government to secure critical resources for Michiganders impacted by severe storms this weekend. I am working closely with Governor Whitmer during this state of emergency and have called on President Biden to authorize immediate aid to our communities.

Flood Assistance Contacts

Please continue to listen to local authorities on safety precautions, take photos and estimate the cost of your damages, and report it and any flooding to:

"Dearborn: Please call 313-943-3030

"Dearborn Heights: Please visit https://bit.ly/3gX8NRV or call 734-222-6860

"Wayne County: Please visit https://bit.ly/35UewSq to find your local contact information

Do not call 9-1-1 to report flood damage.

We will keep you updated as we get additional contact information for each affected area in MI-12.

To assist with insurance claims, take an inventory of valuable and belongings, including pictures of video (do we mean pictures or videos?). Vehicle owners should report damages to their auto insurance company.

As the storms continue this week, remember to bring any valuables to higher ground and protect any paperwork, photos, and other items from water damage. Please be sure to stay safe and follow these tips from the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services.

During Floods:

*Turn off utilities if instructed to do so. Disconnect all electrical equipment.

*Do not walk-through moving water. Six inches is enough water to knock you down.

*Do not drive in flooded areas. Six inches of water can cause you to lose control and two feet of water can sweep away your car. Remember: Turn around, don't drown.

*Listen to local media reports for information about if the water supply is safe to drink.

*Stay out of flood waters because they can be contaminated by hazardous liquids and may contain sharp debris.

*Report and stay 25 feet away from downed power lines.

After Floodwaters Recede:

* Use caution when reentering a home or building that has been flooded. Return home during the day so you do not have to use lights. Leave the area immediately and call the gas company or police or the fire department if you smell gas or suspect a leak.

* Be aware of your surroundings. Avoid electrical lines, debris, insects, and wild or stray animals.

* If returning home, follow these CDC cleaning recommendations for washing and sanitizing flooded areas of the home.

View the full MDHHS Flood Safety Guidance here.

There have also been reports of serious price gouging for certain goods due to the floods. Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel's office is asking for residents to report any price gouging to the AG's office using the online consumer complaint form https://www.michigan.gov/documents/ag/Consumer_Complaint_Form_346645_7.pdf or by calling 1-877-765-8388.

Sincerely,

Debbie Dingell

Member of Congress