FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Agency)
Provides disaster assistance to individuals and businesses, including housing aid, temporary shelter, and repair grants after a federal disaster declaration.
Phone: 1-800-621-FEMA (3362)
TTY: 1-800-462-7585
Flood Preparedness · Resources
Additional flood resources.
Local, state, and federal agencies operating in or around Cook County that offer resources to people impacted by flooding.
Federal Resources
IRS Disaster Assistance
Offers tax relief for individuals and businesses in federally declared disaster areas, including extended filing deadlines and casualty loss deductions.
Phone: 1-866-562-5227
National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP)
Offers flood insurance to homeowners, renters, and businesses. Assists policyholders with claims and provides information on floodplain management and insurance coverage.
Phone: 1-877-336-2627
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE)
Supports flood risk management, levee information, and technical assistance during and after flooding events. May assist local governments with sandbagging and flood-fighting measures.
usace.army.mil →U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
Provides information and technical support on safe cleanup of floodwater, mold, drinking water, and environmental hazards after disasters.
Phone: 202-272-0167 (Headquarters)
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)
May provide housing assistance and recovery funding to communities through Community Development Block Grants – Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) and related programs.
Phone: 202-708-1112
USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA)
Provides financial and technical assistance to farmers impacted by floods, including crop loss programs, emergency loans, and conservation assistance.
fsa.usda.gov →State of Illinois Resources
Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH)
Provides information on health and safety after floods, including mold cleanup, drinking water safety, and sanitation. Offers public health guidance and resources for affected communities.
Phone: 217-782-4977 (General Information)
TTY: 1-800-547-0466
Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (IDCEO)
Supports economic recovery for businesses impacted by disasters, including funding opportunities, small business support, and coordination with federal partners.
Phone: 217-782-7500 (Main)
Illinois Department of Insurance (IDOI)
Provides consumer information about flood insurance and guidance on filing claims. Educates residents that standard homeowners or renters insurance does not cover flood damage and offers resources on the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP).
idoi.illinois.gov →Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR)
Manages floodplain regulations, permits, and technical assistance on floodplain mapping and mitigation strategies. Also provides information on the National Flood Insurance Program.
Phone: 217-782-6302 (Main Office)
Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT)
Provides information and support for transportation infrastructure impacts due to flooding, road closures, and assistance with damage assessments related to public roadways.
idot.illinois.gov →