Now It's Time for the Cleanup

After the events of this week, many residents will be seeking information on where to find help an the answers they need for addressing any damage done by the storm.

For those with serious damage to their homes from flooding or fallen trees, the frist step may be to register with the Federal Emergency Management Administration to see if any benefits are due.

Township Committeean Vic Sordillo, who also serves on the board of the Somerset Chapter of the American Red Cross, notes residents can register online at www.disasterassistance.gov, or by calling 1-800-621-FEMA (3362). The toll-free telephone numbers will operate from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. (local time) seven days a week until further notice.

Sordillo also provided information for residents with questions about food or water safety, and mold remediation, following the flooding and power outage. The water cleanup and mold information is in the pdf files attached to this story, click here for information on food safety.

And for elderly or disabled residents needing help cleaning up yards or flooded basements, volunteers with the NJ Volunteer Organizations Active in Disasters may be able to help. To request assistance, please dial 2-1-1, or 877-652-1148.