Officials from the Ontario Ministry of Municipal Affairs in Chatham-Kent assessing how flood-damaged properties may be covered under Disaster Recovery Assistance for Ontario.
Although the program has not yet been activated, residents and business owners who have suffered property damage due to the flood are urged to:
- Contact the municipality at 519-360-1998.
- Contact their insurance provider.
- Take photographs to document damage and keep receipts for expenses incurred.
If the Disaster Recovery Assistance Program is activated, residents and business owners must complete an application and include receipts and other pertinent documentation within 120 days.
The municipality will have additional information upon program activation.
For more information about the program visit Ontario.ca/disasterassistance.
Meanwhile, flood victims returning to homes are asked by municipal officials to ensure their streets re- open and utilities are on.
Residents call 519-360-1998 about restoring services or call the utilities directly.
While the Thames River is dropping dramatically, standing water remains in some areas and officials are reminding residents to take precautions if water entered their home or business.
