San Diego County has qualified for state flood relief funds in the wake of damaging storms, Chairwoman Nora Vargas announced. The funds are made available as part of a rapid response from the Governor's office and the California Office of Emergency Services, offering a much-needed financial lifeline to the flood-hit region.
County News Center reported Chairwoman Vargas expressing her gratitude, "I am deeply grateful to Governor Newsom and CalOES for their swift action in approving the County of San Diego’s request for aid under the California Disaster Assistance Act." With anticipation humming through the ravaged streets, the support will bolster rebuilding efforts and aid in weathering future storms.
County residents and businesses who experienced flooding damage during Monday’s storm can report the damage through an online survey. pic.twitter.com/lQhnQOGnae
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According to the same source, Vargas received the information on a Saturday afternoon before sharing the relief news with the public. The recent January 22 storm left a trail of destruction requiring substantial repair and revitalization of crucial infrastructure. "These funds will help us rebuild vital infrastructure damaged by the Jan. 22 storm," said Chairwoman Vargas.
Residents and business owners in the area are being urged by the County to complete an online damage assessment survey. Although it was stated in the survey that filling out the form does not guarantee the provisions of relief assistance nor is it an alternative to claiming insurance, it is a critical step in cataloging the extent of the storm's aftermath. Requiring support, flood victims are directed to the County Local Assistance Center for a gamut of resources and information, housed temporarily at the Spring Valley Library.
The assistance center opened its doors on Sunday, offering walk-in consultations for those caught in the storm's unforgiving embrace, according to County News Center. Staffed with knowledgeable attendants, the center is poised to serve as a comprehensive hub for recovery aid through the following Wednesday. For further updates and information regarding storm recovery, San Diego County residents are advised to visit the County recovery website.
