Additional Flood Resources
Local, state, and federal agencies operating in or around Cook County that offer resources to people impacted by flooding.
Federal Resources
Provides disaster assistance to individuals and businesses, including housing aid, temporary shelter, and repair grants after a federal disaster declaration Assists with applications for Indi
Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)1-800-621-FEMA (3362)
TTY: 1-800-462-7585
disasterassistance.gov
fema.gov
Offers tax relief for individuals and businesses in federally declared disaster areas, including extended filing deadlines and casually loss deductions.
Internal Revenue Service (IRS) Disaster Assistance1-866-562-5227
irs.gov
Offers flood insurance to homeowners, renters, and businesses. Assists policyholders with claims and provides information on floodplain management and insurance coverage.
National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) - administered by FEMA1-877-336-2627
floodsmart.gov
Supports flood risk management, levee information, and technical assistance during and after flooding events. May assist local governments with sandbagging and flood-fighting measures.
U.S. Army Corp of Engineers (USACE)312-846-5330
(Chicago District)
usace.army.mil
Provides information and technical support on safe cleanup of floodwater, mold, drinking water, and environmental hazards after disasters.
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)202-272-0167
(Headquarters)
epa.gov/natural-disasters/flooding
May provide housing assistance and recovery funding to communities through Community Development Block Grants - Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) and related programs.
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)202-708-1112
hud.gov
Provide financial and technical assistance to farmers impacted by floods, including crop loss programs, emergency loans, and conservation assistance.
U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) - Farm Service Agency (FSA)866-466-8176
(Illinois State FSA Office)
fsa.usda.gov
State of Illinois Resources
Provides information on health and safety after floods, including mold cleanup, drinking water safety, and sanitation. Offers public health guidance and resources for affected communities.
Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH)217-782-4977
(General Information)
TTY: 1-800-547-0466
dph.illinois.gov
Supports economic recovery for businesses impacted by disasters, including funding opportunities, small business support, and coordination with federal partners.
Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (IDCEO)217-782-7500 (Main)
illinois.gov/idceo
Provides consumer information about flood insurance and guidance on filing claims. Educates residents that standard homeowners or renters insurance does not cover flood damage and offers resources on the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP).
Illinois Department of Insurance (IDOI)866-445-5364 (Toll-Free Consumer Assistance Line)
idoi.illinois.gov
Manages floodplain regulations, permits, and technical assistance on floodplain mapping and mitigation strategies. Also provides information on the National Flood Insurance Program.
Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR)217-782-6302 (Main Office)
dnr.illinois.gov
Provides information and support for transportation infrastructure impacts due to flooding, road closures, and assistance with damage assessments related to public roadways.
Illinois Department of
Transportation (IDOT)217-782-7820
(IDOT Information Line)
idot.illinois.gov