Flood Help

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Hundreds of residents in United Way of Northeastern Minnesota's service area were devastated by flood and water damage in June 2024.

Thanks to the support of local businesses, entities, and individuals, more than $95,000 is on its way to local residents impacted by June flooding through UWNEMN's Flood Recovery Program.

The Flood Recovery crisis funding application is now closed.

Other resources still available include:

2-1-1

  • Call 24/7 to connect with trained individuals with access to a database of resources specific to your needs and circumstances.

Justice North - 877-696-6529

  • Can provide free legal assistance for a variety of needs.

Contact Justice North for legal help related to housing, document replacement, government benefits, consumer scams, employment, insurance, and/or education

 

American Red Cross - 844-292-7677

Home Cleanup Hotline - 2-1-1 or 218-288-2213

  • No-cost assistance with storm and flooding cleanup
  • All services are free but not guaranteed due to demand

St. Louis County Veterans Service Office

  • First come first serve process for veterans or the surviving spouse of a veteran to apply for up to $500 in flood relief.
  • Not income or asset based. 
  • Must be primary residence (not a cabin, etc.), and veteran must be the owner of the property or show they were responsible for the repairs per their lease agreement.
  • Veteran must provide proof they expended funds on an approved expense. Insurance deductibles are not eligible for reimbursement.
  • Receipts and payments cannot have occurred prior to June 16, 2024, and all work must be completed by August 1, 2025.
  • Applications will be accepted until authorized funds have been exhausted OR until November 30, 2024, whichever comes first. 

Click here from other flood-related updates from St. Louis County,  including tax and relief deadlines as well as guidance on septic systems, wells, and other health concerns.

Range Mental Health Center's Mobile Crisis Team - 844-772-4724

  • Available 24/7/365 to those in distress in the aftermath of flooding
  • Can provide assessment of immediate needs, crisis stabilization treatment planning, support counseling, and more

2024 UWNEMN Flood Recovery Supporters: Minnesota Department of Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation, Duluth Superior Area Community Foundation, Great River Energy, Lake Country Power, Minnesota Power, Twin Metals, Pohaki Lumber, Park State Bank, Range Association of Realtors, z’Up North Realty, Individual Donors • Cook Building Center Keenan’s TV and Appliance Center • Lowe’s Hibbing Menards • Perpich TV & Appliance • Pohaki Lumber