Chesapeake residents who suffered damages resulting from the hurricane will not be able to get federal assistance to recoup losses. The City's Emergency Management Division sent letters out last week to affected residents notifying them about FEMA's decision. The letter also outlines the City's efforts to correct problems in the storm drainage system.
Studies are also underway for additional neighborhoods.
Public Works crews are working aggressively to clean lead drainage ditches and fix street cave-ins. Last November 24th, the City received notification from Governor Gilmore's office of FEMA's denial of Federal Disaster Declaration status. The City has now exhausted all means to secure federal assistance for Chesapeake residents who had property damages resulting from Hurricane Irene. Chesapeake residents who need more information about home and family emergency preparedness or the National Flood Insurance Program should contact Emergency Management Services at 382-8004.