Indiana Governor Mike Braun has announced a new texting tool to make it easier for Hoosiers impacted by the severe storms and flooding to find disaster recovery resources available in their communities. The 24/7 service will prompt users to select the type of assistance they need and will provide a list of disaster-specific resources based on their entered zip code. Here is a link for more details – https://events.in.gov/event/governor-braun-announces-new-storm-recovery-texting-service-to-connect-impacted-hoosiers-with-disaster-resources .
“Hoosiers impacted by these storms are focused on taking care of their families, their homes and their communities, and they shouldn’t have to spend hours searching for the help they need,” said Governor Braun. “This new Indiana 211 disaster resources texting service puts disaster resources directly in the hands of Hoosiers and makes it easier to connect with available assistance as Indiana continues its recovery.”
The Governor’s office says Indiana 211 has played an important role in the state’s response to the recent storms, quickly connecting impacted Hoosiers with available assistance and resources. Indiana 211’s development of new tools, including the disaster texting service, will help make it easier for residents impacted by the storms to identify and access assistance in their communities.
Residents who need additional assistance can call 2-1-1 or visit IN211.org to search for community disaster resources, submit a Disaster Damage Reporting Form, submit an application for State Disaster Relief Funds or Military Family Relief Funds and connect with the Indiana Department of Homeland Security’s Disaster Recovery Hub.
