Flood damage from today's heavy rain? Here's how to report it
LAFAYETTE, La. (KLFY) -- If your home has flood damage due to Wednesday's heavy rains, officials say get out your phone cameras.
The Lafayette Parish Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness urges residents to report damage to their homes caused by the recent flash flooding event. The Louisiana Governor's Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness has activated the Damage.LA.Gov online reporting tool, allowing homeowners to self-report property damage resulting from significant weather events, including floods, hurricanes, tornadoes and more.
To ensure an accurate assessment, authorities recommend homeowners take detailed photos of the damage for both the damage report and insurance claims.
Residents can access the reporting portal at damage.la.gov to submit information about the location and severity of home damage. This data will help local, state, and federal agencies assess the impact and expedite the recovery process, officials said.
While submitting a report helps with damage assessment, homeowners are still encouraged to file claims with their insurance companies. Authorities note that submitting a damage report does not guarantee federal assistance.
For more information and to report damage, visit damage.la.gov.