Sussex County emergency managers are asking property owners and residents affected by last week’s powerful coastal storm to submit information on any damage to homes and businesses so officials can map the reports and gain a clearer sense of what issues the nor’easter left in its wake.

Members of the public who experienced any storm-related damage to their properties can report incidents to the Sussex County Emergency Operations Center by calling the EOC at (302) 856-7366 beginning at 9 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 8. Property owners and residents should be prepared to provide details about the type of damage suffered, what caused it, the location, and whether they have insurance.

Damage must be a result of the storm between Thursday, Oct. 1, and Monday, Oct. 5. Only businesses and primary residences, not seasonal homes, are eligible.

“Public reports are critical for emergency managers to assess the amount of damage that follows an event like the recent nor’easter,” EOC Director Joseph L. Thomas said. “We know there is some flooding damage, particularly along the Inland Bays and other low-lying areas, and the best way to gather details is to have the public provide information on how they were adversely affected.”

Information collected by the Sussex County EOC will be used for assessment reports that are shared with the Delaware Emergency Management Agency (DEMA) for consideration toward any future federal disaster assistance application.  Claims should be submitted to Sussex County Emergency Management Officials and not to DEMA.

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