Tropical Cyclone About Tropical Storm Francine Emergency Resources

Available emergency resources for Tropical Storm Francine

• FEMA disaster assistance for Hurricane Francine: Available for residents in 8 Louisiana parishes (Ascension, Assumption, Lafourche, St. Charles, St. James, St. John the Baptist, St. Mary, Terrebonne) affected by the tropical cyclone

  • Apply for Tropical Storm Francine FEMA help online at disasterassistance.gov
  • Use the FEMA mobile app for hurricane Francine disaster assistance
  • Call 800-621-3362 between 6 a.m. and 10 p.m. for tropical cyclone emergency resources

• Damage assessment survey: Complete the survey at damage.la.gov to document the impact of Tropical Storm Francine on individuals, families, businesses, and public infrastructure

• Debris removal assistance:

  • Place loose, curbside debris from Hurricane Francine out as soon as possible
  • Report debris at http://311.brla.gov, through the Red Stick 311 app, or by calling 3-1-1 or 225-389-3090

• Free damage cleanup assistance:

  • Call (800) 451-1954 or visit crisiscleanup.org to connect with volunteers for Tropical Storm Francine recovery
  • Services include muck out, debris removal, tarping, and tree removal
  • Hotline open until September 27, 2024

• Power restoration updates:

  • Entergy has restored power to 65% of customers affected by the tropical cyclone in Louisiana, New Orleans, and Mississippi as of September 13, 2024
  • Check the Entergy View Outages map for current status and estimated restoration times

Types of FEMA assistance for Hurricane Francine

• Temporary lodging
• Basic home repair costs
• Personal property loss
• Displacement support
• Other disaster-caused needs

Additional resources for Tropical Storm Francine

• Insurance claims: Contact your homeowner's or renter's insurance provider to file a claim for Hurricane Francine damages

• Military Family Assistance Fund: Veterans can apply for financial assistance up to $10,000 through the Louisiana Department of Veterans Affairs for tropical cyclone recovery

• Home Builders Association resources: List of members ready to help with generator service/repair, roofing, and water mitigation, as well as information on finding local licensed contractors for Tropical Storm Francine repairs

Parish-specific information for Hurricane Francine

• Lafourche Parish: Numerous road closures due to downed power lines, poles, trees, and standing water from the tropical cyclone. Check www.511la.org for state highway closures

• Terrebonne Parish:

  • Mandatory parishwide curfew in effect until further notice due to Hurricane Francine
  • Boil water advisory for specific areas along Highway 55, Highway 56, and Highway 665

• St. James Parish:

  • Disaster food box distribution at Lutcher Senior Center on September 14, 2024, starting at 9am for those affected by Tropical Storm Francine
  • Transfer sites open at 7am for debris disposal from the tropical cyclone

FAQ

What emergency resources are available for Tropical Storm Francine?

Key emergency resources for Tropical Storm Francine include FEMA disaster assistance, temporary lodging, home repair assistance, personal property loss coverage, debris removal assistance, free damage cleanup assistance, and power restoration updates.

How can I apply for FEMA disaster assistance for Hurricane Francine?

You can apply for FEMA disaster assistance for Hurricane Francine online at disasterassistance.gov, through the FEMA mobile app, or by calling 800-621-3362 between 6 a.m. and 10 p.m.

What types of FEMA help are available for Tropical Storm Francine?

FEMA help for Tropical Storm Francine includes temporary lodging, basic home repair costs, personal property loss coverage, displacement support, and assistance for other disaster-caused needs.

Which Louisiana parishes are eligible for Hurricane Francine disaster assistance?

Eight Louisiana parishes are eligible for Hurricane Francine disaster assistance: Ascension, Assumption, Lafourche, St. Charles, St. James, St. John the Baptist, St. Mary, and Terrebonne.

How can I get free damage cleanup assistance for Tropical Storm Francine?

For free damage cleanup assistance related to Tropical Storm Francine, call (800) 451-1954 or visit crisiscleanup.org to connect with volunteers. Services include muck out, debris removal, tarping, and tree removal. The hotline is open until September 27, 2024.