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If this is an emergency please dial: 911
To assist residents impacted by the recent storm,
free laundry services and complimentary soap
are available at the:
Hudson-Campbell Fitness Center.
455 Massachusetts St. Gary, IN
Hours: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
One-Stop Shop will be open in Lake County Wednesday, Sept. 23 - Friday, Sept. 25.
It will reopen open
Monday, Sept. 28 - Friday, Oct. 2.
Visitors can apply for FEMA and State Disaster Relief Fund assistance. Insurance guidance, mold cleanup best practices, tetanus shots, disaster unemployment and information regarding business and individual loans will also be available. These services are provided at no cost to survivors and no appointment is necessary.
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The weatherhead repair assistance program is live! Residents can submit a request for assistance form at: https://legacyfdn.org/individual-assistance/. On this page, individuals can view full guidelines and complete the form. If someone cannot visit the website, we are accepting applications over the phone: 219-736-1880.
Brief overview:
Legacy Foundation is offering assistance to homeowners whose electrical weatherheads were damaged as a result of the recent storms. The program is designed to help homeowners complete basic electrical repairs needed to address storm-related weatherhead damage and safely restore electrical service.
Eligibility
To be eligible for the Weatherhead Repair Assistance Program, applicants must:
There is no household income requirement to participate. Assistance is subject to program eligibility, availability of funds, and the repair being within the program's eligible scope.
Eligible Personal Property Losses May Include:
CONDITIONS OF ELIGIBILITY
Items must have been owned prior to the beginning of the disaster on Aug. 11, 2026.
Items must have been damaged by the storms, tornadoes or flooding.
Items were owned and in use by occupants of the pre-disaster household.
Items must not be furnishings and/or appliances provided by a landlord.
FEMA may not repair or replace a storm-damaged item if residents own a similar item that works.
Help for Vehicle Damage
If your vehicle was damaged by the August 2026 storms and flooding in a designated county and you don’t have insurance to cover the loss or another vehicle to use, you could receive help from FEMA.
Unlike most other forms of FEMA assistance, you do not need to live or work in one of the designated counties to be considered for this help. When you apply, use the address where the vehicle was damaged.
CONDITIONS OF ELIGIBILITY
The vehicle was damaged by the Aug. 11, 2026, storms and flooding in a designated county.
The applicant can provide proof of ownership of the vehicle with valid registration and title.
The vehicle complied with Indiana registration and insurance requirements at the time of the disaster
Other Types of Assistance
FEMA assistance may be available for other disaster-related costs outlined below. Report these expenses when you apply and FEMA staff will work with you to determine your eligibility and the assistance that best fits your needs.
Medical and Dental Assistance
FEMA may be able to provide financial assistance with medical or dental expenses. Medical or dental injury or expense must be a direct result of the disaster, as verified by a written and signed statement by the applicant, medical provider or dental provider.
Child Care Assistance
FEMA may provide financial assistance to address increased disaster-caused child care expenses for eligible households with children aged 13 and under; and or children with a disability as defined by Federal law, up to age 21, who need assistance with activities of daily living.
Assistance for Miscellaneous Items
Money for certain eligible items (such as a generator, dehumidifier, chainsaw, etc.) you purchased or rented after the disaster to assist with recovery.
Funeral Assistance
FEMA provides financial assistance for disaster-caused funeral expenses.
Moving and Storage Assistance
Money to help you pay for moving and storage expenses incurred on or after the incident period start date to avoid additional disaster damage.
Learn More
For additional information or if you need assistance with providing documentation to FEMA, you can call 800-621-3362 or visit a One-Stop Shop to speak with FEMA staff. To directly upload new or updated information, or to track the progress of your FEMA file visit DisasterAssistance.gov. For Spanish language visit DisasterAssistance.gov/es.
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How to Apply
Applications will be taken over the phone only by dialing 219-794-1841. Please note this is the only phone number to call to apply. During the phone application process, CoAction will collect each applicant’s contact information. Applicants will also receive information regarding the check pickup location and timing as part of the application process.
Please beware of scams. Do not call any other number.
For real-time updates and launch notifications, residents can visit gary.gov, legacyfdn.org or coaction.care.
About CoAction
CoAction (Northwest Indiana Community Action) is the designated Community Action Agency serving Northwest Indiana, empowering individuals and families toward financial stability through direct assistance, education, and community advocacy.
About Legacy Foundation
Legacy Foundation is Lake County’s community foundation, investing in local non-profits, providing scholarships, and coordinating philanthropic leadership to build thriving, resilient communities across Northwest Indiana.
Donate to the City of Gary Storm Recovery and Relief Fund. Send donations to the Legacy Foundation.
For more information, call Constituent Services at (219) 881-1300.
Storm Relief Funds will be facilitated by The Legacy Foundation https://legacyfdn.org/
Help Raise Awareness:
We also ask our partners, elected officials, community leaders, and organizations to help amplify Gary’s recovery efforts. If you have a platform, please share Gary’s story, our residents’ ongoing needs, and the ways people can help. Even one social media post can help connect Gary with the resources and support our residents' needs.
Ready-to-share message:
Gary is still recovering from the August 11 derecho, and thousands of residents continue to face the impacts of prolonged power outages. There are many ways to support Gary’s recovery, from financial contributions and critical supplies to volunteers, equipment, services, and community partnerships.
Learn how you can help and stand with Gary: gary.gov/stormrecovery
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Every contribution makes a difference. We thank you for your continued support as we work together to help Gary recover, rebuild, and move forward
Gary’s recovery will require a national effort. Every contribution—whether funding, food, equipment, supplies, professional expertise, mobile services, or volunteer assistance—can help a Gary family recover more quickly. We encourage our friends and partners throughout Northwest Indiana, Chicagoland, Indiana, and across the country to stand with Gary and help our residents rebuild and recover.
If you would like to help, please email Ellis Dumas, Chief of Staff, at edumas@gary.gov.
Donate to the City of Gary Storm Recovery and Relief Fund. Send donations to the Legacy Foundation.
For more information, call Constituent Services at
(219) 881-1300.
Storm Relief Funds will be facilitated by The Legacy Foundation https://legacyfdn.org/
211 is essential for each citizen to report storm damage to assist IDHS and FEMA in unlocking and allocating resources.
Additionally, citizens in at-risk populations, elderly, disabled, veterans, or under the poverty line should report their damage as 211 can refer their needs to qualified Charitable organizations for free services- i.e. tree and debris removal, basement flooding remediation and more.
Those citizens are encouraged to call in or access the online tool at IN211.org
Please report storm-related damage and needs by calling 211 or dialing 866-211-9966
Relief funds are being distributed to those impacted by last week's destructive storms and Hoosiers can request up to $5,000 for repairs and support.
Gary 311 makes it easy to connect with the City of Gary and report non-emergency issues in your neighborhood. Whether it's illegal dumping yard debris removal, housing complaints, recycling bin requests, demolition inquiries, or streetlight and traffic signal concerns – we're here to serve you with fast, easy, and reliable access to city services.
Download the Gary 311 app from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store to submit a request.
Visit Gary.gov/311 and select “Submit Request.”
Send your request and photos directly to our team.
Hours: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Monday – Friday
Call: 888-684-1441
Visit: www.redcross.org
We recognize the significant impact this storm has had on our residents, neighborhoods, and community. City crews and our partners are working diligently to restore safe access, remove storm debris, and respond to critical service needs as quickly and safely as possible. We appreciate your patience, understanding, and cooperation as we work together through the recovery process.
Continue to use 311 to submit requests for City services and report storm-related conditions. Providing an accurate location and description will help crews document and prioritize requests.
Place storm-related debris curbside for collection, including tree limbs, branches, vegetative debris, and materials dislodged from homes or structures during the storm, such as shingles, siding, gutters, and similar materials. Keep debris safely contained where possible and away from streets, driveways, sidewalks, storm drains, fire hydrants, utility equipment, and downed power lines.
North Gleason Park in Gary has been designated the residential tree drop-off location. 301 W. 30th Avenue
Do not place debris where it blocks streets, traffic lanes, driveways, sidewalks, alleys, storm drains, fire hydrants, or other public rights-of-way.
Property owners are generally responsible for trees located on private property. However, where a tree creates an immediate emergency, threatens public safety, or obstructs the public right-of-way, residents should report the condition. The City will assess the situation and assist where possible and appropriate.
Stay away from all downed or low-hanging electrical lines. Do not touch, move, drive over, or place debris near electrical lines or utility equipment. Treat every downed line as energized and dangerous and report it to the appropriate utility or emergency authorities.
Report flooded basements directly to the Gary Sanitary District (GSD) for appropriate response and documentation.
Report traffic signal and streetlight outages to 311 so affected locations can be documented, assessed, and prioritized for repair.
Yes. Trash and recycling collection remains ongoing. Some routes may experience delays because of blocked or inaccessible roadways. Residents should continue placing carts out according to their regular collection schedule.
The storm has created significant impacts throughout the city. Crews are prioritizing public safety, roadway access, emergency conditions, and restoration of essential services. We ask residents to remain patient, use 311 to help us document service needs, and allow crews room to work safely.