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If you have flood damage, you may be eligible for assistance from the American Red Cross

Дата публикации: 14-09-2026 06:05:14



Parts of the state saw over six inches of rain on Sunday and flooding was reporting in multiple cities and towns. For anyone with flood damage, assistance may be available from the American Red Cross. Here’s what to know.
Bridgeport Emergency Operation Center says even if emergency sheltering is not required, residents could be eligible for assistance from the American Red Cross when severe flood damage affects an essential living space in their home.
An essential living space includes a bedroom, bathroom, kitchen or living room that is regularly used by household members and requires repairs to restore functionality, they said.
According to the Bridgeport Emergency Operations Center, damage may qualify when:
floodwater rises above 18 inches in an essential living space
water reaches electrical outlets in an essential living space
the first floor is affected when the basement is completely full of water
disaster-related damage affects electrical or utility systems that require inspection or repair before they can be safely used
Anyone who thinks they may qualify can all the American Red Cross at (877) 287-3327.


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Parts of the state saw over six inches of rain on Sunday and flooding was reporting in multiple cities and towns. For anyone with flood damage, assistance may be available from the American Red Cross. Here's what to know.

Bridgeport Emergency Operation Center says even if emergency sheltering is not required, residents could be eligible for assistance from the American Red Cross when severe flood damage affects an essential living space in their home.

An essential living space includes a bedroom, bathroom, kitchen or living room that is regularly used by household members and requires repairs to restore functionality, they said.

According to the Bridgeport Emergency Operations Center, damage may qualify when:

  • floodwater rises above 18 inches in an essential living space
  • water reaches electrical outlets in an essential living space
  • the first floor is affected when the basement is completely full of water
  • disaster-related damage affects electrical or utility systems that require inspection or repair before they can be safely used

Anyone who thinks they may qualify can all the American Red Cross at (877) 287-3327.

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