My thoughts and prayers are with the people in Illinois who are recovering from June's devastating downstate floods. I traveled to Quincy recently to help with flood preparations and get a first-hand look at the efforts. I was humbled by Illinoisans' steadfast resolve and commitment to save their homes and those of their neighbors. It is the long-term recovery that will be the most challenging and will require the most support. I am working with Senator Durbin and our congressional colleagues to ensure that our state has the resources it needs to assist Illinoisans during this difficult time.
If you need federal assistance due to the flooding, please see the information below. My offices in Illinois and Washington are also ready to assist you, so please don't hesitate to contact me.
Barack Obama
FEDERAL ASSISTANCE INFORMATION
Individual Assistance is now authorized for the following counties: Adams, Calhoun, Clark, Coles, Crawford, Cumberland, Douglas, Edgar, Hancock, Henderson, Jasper, Jersey, Lake, Lawrence, Mercer, Rock Island, Whiteside, and Winnebago Counties.
Individuals living in these counties can register for assistance by calling 1-800-621-FEMA (3362) (hearing/speech impaired ONLY-Call TTY: 1-800-462-7585) or apply online using the Online Individual Assistance Center and the screens will prompt you through the process. You may also find additional assistance from the Illinois Emergency Management Agency.
State and local governments and certain nonprofit organizations also have access to federal assistance for emergency work and the repair or replacement of disaster-damaged facilities. Counties authorized for this assistance include: Adams, Calhoun, Clark, Coles, Crawford, Cumberland, Douglass, Edgar, Hancock, Henderson, Jasper, Jersey, Lake, Lawrence, Madison, Mercer, Monroe, Pike, Randolph, Rock Island, St. Clair, and Winnebago Counties.