Standing Strong Together: Flood Recovery Resources for Yakima Valley

Our hearts go out to everyone in the Yakima Valley who has been affected by last week's flooding. As our community works through recovery and prepares for additional severe weather in the coming days, the Yakima Valley Community Foundation wants to ensure you have access to essential resources and support.

Whether you're just beginning the claims process, documenting damage, or working on financial recovery, we've compiled comprehensive resources to guide you through each step.

Quick Resources to Get Started

If you need immediate guidance on flood insurance and damage documentation, start here:

• How to Start a Flood Insurance Claim - Step-by-step website guide
• How to Secure Documents in Preparation for a Flood - Video tutorial
• How to Document Damage - Video walkthrough
• NFIP: How to Start a Flood Insurance Claim - Downloadable flyer

Starting Your Insurance Claim

Taking the first steps in filing your flood insurance claim can feel overwhelming. These resources will help you understand the process and identify who can help:

• Starting Your Recovery: FEMA's Flood Insurance Claims Process - Comprehensive fact sheet explaining what to expect
• Identifying Your Advocates After a Flood - Flyer showing who's on your side during the claims process

Recovering From a Flood

Recovery takes time, and having the right information makes all the difference. These resources cover damage documentation, financial recovery, and protecting irreplaceable items:

• How to Document Damage - Detailed website resource for thorough documentation
• Recovering Financially After a Flood - Complete booklet on navigating financial recovery
• Save Your Family Treasures - Guidance on preserving photos, documents, and cherished keepsakes

Preparing for Upcoming Weather

With more severe weather in the forecast, please take time to:

• Secure outdoor items and clear gutters and drains
• Prepare an emergency kit with essentials (water, food, medications, flashlights)
• Charge devices and ensure you have backup power sources
• Review your evacuation routes and family communication plan
• Sign up for local emergency alerts to stay informed