Evaluating damage to your property and insurance claims

• Do not assess your property until it is safe to do so.
• Watch for downed powerlines that may be tangled in with tree limbs.
• Continue to report any downed power lines to your municipality and utility provider.
• Call your insurance company as soon as possible.
• Closely inspect property for damage and photograph any damage and losses as this will assist in settling claims.
• Many policies cover expenses related to damages up to a stated amount. Ensure everything is considered in your claim and back-up claims with written estimates. To learn more, visit insurance.ohio.gov.

Resident Resources

• In the event of an extended power outage, many communities establish cooling/warming and reception centers to charge devices. Please visit our interactive map to find a center near you.
• Report Damage to your house/ business - Reporting damage helps us identify areas for the State to inspect.
• Individual Assistance (household/ business) information
• Public Assistance (Governments and non-profit organizations) information
• Greater Cleveland Food Bank Resources List
• Replacement of SNAP Benefits
• Valuation Deduction Request for Storm Damaged Property
• Spot and Avoid Weather-Related Scams

Sign up for ReadyNotify

Stay prepared and informed of emergencies by signing up for ReadyNotify, Cuyahoga County’s emergency notification system. The ReadyNotify system provides notifications for emergency events, weather alerts, and other information. Additional information and tips about staying safe in emergencies can be found at Ready.gov.