City Of Wilmington: Updated Information Issued For Residents And Businesses Affected By Hurricane Ida

Press release from the City of Wilmington:

09/04/2021 3:30 PM

Wilmington firefighters rescue a young child from a flooded street on Thursday.
(Photo courtesy of the Wilmington Fire Department)

Updated information is being issued today that can be of assistance to residents and businesses affected by the remnants of Hurricane Ida. The information is being issued in partnership with the Governor’s Office, the Delaware Emergency Management Agency (DEMA), and the Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS).

Over 250 homes and businesses have been affected by Hurricane Ida in the City of Wilmington, leaving many residents without gas or electricity. The City of Wilmington is partnering with Delmarva Power to assess and repair the damage. If residents are without gas or power:

• Do not touch your gas meter
• Wait until an electrician can come to monitor your system
• For immediate support, contact the Social Services Call Center: 302-571-4900 

The Division of Social Services (DSS), Delaware Volunteer Organizations Active in Disaster (DEVOAD), and the City of Wilmington will be canvassing affected neighborhoods throughout the day today and through the Labor Day weekend to inform residents about processes for re-electrification, getting a new gas line, debris pick up, food delivery, and emergency housing. If your housing is unsafe, contact the Social Services Call Center: 302-571-4900. Deaf or Hearing-Impaired individuals can call 7-1-1 and give the Customer Service Call Center number.

Residents should continue to call 9-1-1 in an emergency.

The Governor’s Office, DHSS, DEMA, and other community partners will be hosting a Disaster Reception Center for Hurricane Ida Flooding on Tuesday, September 7, 2021, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at The Warehouse, 1121 Thatcher Street. Representatives will be on site from agencies that can provide recovery resources for those impacted by the recent flooding event. If possible, residents should bring:

• a valid government issued form of identification
• proof of residency
• insurance documents
• proof of income

Currently, Delaware residents displaced by Hurricane Ida may search for available housing and disaster recovery related resources using www.DelawareHousingSearch.org, or call toll-free 1-877-428-8844.

The City of Wilmington’s Department of Public Works has removed approximately 55 tons of debris from flooded areas of the City over the past two days.

If you are interested in volunteering in the City of Wilmington, contact the Office of State Volunteerism and Volunteer Delaware at volunteer.delaware.gov/disasterresponse or call 302-381-3594.

COMMUNITY AND MEDIA INQUIRIES: 

John Rago
Deputy Chief of Staff
City of Wilmington, Office of the Mayor
Mobile: (302) 420-7928
Email: jrago@WilmingtonDE.gov

This press release was produced by the City of Wilmington. The views expressed here are the author’s own.