July 23, 2010 Flood Disaster

The Waste Management dumpsters that have been placed throughout the Village will be removed starting Sept. 7th.  We will resume normal garbage pick up schedule at the same time.

Overview
"Emergency crews are fighting to reach the scenes of serious flooding hundreds of water rescues, dozens of stranded people, and evacuations throughout the village of west suburban Westchester are being reported Saturday. With water up to the waist in some areas, up to the rooftops of cars in others and filling up viaducts all the way through, the village of Westchester is in complete disaster mode, according to Village President Sam Pulia. Flooding began about 1 a.m. and by 5:30 a.m., robo calls to residents informing them of necessary evacuations were put in place, Pulia said." More at CBS. http://cbs2chicago.com/local/westchester.flooding.disaster.2.1822784.html

Other storm news stories....
- Chicago Seeks FEMA Aid For Storm Cleanup
- Severe flooding forces cleanup efforts

Our website will be updated as we get more information concerning this disaster.

Insurance Information from Town Hall meeting or floodsmart.gov

Storm Relief Documents
SBA announces Loans for Homeowners, Renters and Businesses of All Sizes

• Loan details and fact sheet.....

FEMA rules and conditons for individual and houshold assistance for the Individuals and Households Program (IHP) From the Legislative Affairs Division.

FEMA Assistance brochure with contact information....

Disaster Data Collection Assessment Form
Information on Structural Damage Qualifications/Assessment Requirements

--FDA Safety Tips
--Low interest Loans for Flood Victims: There are low interest loans available to flood victims, read more here or call (866) 523-0641 or email opportunityillinois@treasurer.state.il.us
--After the Flood: Illinois Dept of Public Health Safety Guidelines
--Repairing Your Flooded Home -Homeland Security/Red Cross

FEMA Guide to Disaster Declaration

Licensed contractors with the Village of Westchester

-Clean up companies
-Heating and Cooling
-Plumbers
-Waste haulers