Hazard Mitigation Grant Program Meeting to be Held in Elkview

Homeowners who are rebuilding after the June 22-29 severe storms, flooding, mudslides and landslides have the opportunity to meet with State and FEMA Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP) advisers at the public meetings listed below to discuss mitigation opportunities. The information will focus on the HMGP process and rebuilding efforts for the affected homeowners. Particular attention will be given to Elevation and Mitigation Reconstruction.  The advisers can answer questions about protecting homes from future disaster-related damage, as well as offer tips and techniques to a rebuild hazard-resistant home.
A meeting will be held at Elkview Middle School on Wednesday, Sept. 14, at 6 p.m. at the Elkview Middle School, 5090 Elk River Road N., Elkview.
A similar meeting was held at Clendenin City Hall on Sept. 13.
Every year, flooding causes
more than 90 percent of the disaster-related property damage in the United States and accounts for more than 75 percent of all presidential disaster declarations. Homeowners building in a floodplain are encouraged to elevate or reinforce their homes to make them less susceptible to flood damage.
Reasonable accommodations for people with disabilities are available upon request. Include a description of the accommodation you will need and tell us how to contact you if we need more information. Make your request as early as possible. Send an email to Timothy.T.Rock@wv.gov for assistance.