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Damage Assessment

Report Damage to Your Home or Property

Important, read this first!

  • The State is appealing the recent federal denial of FEMA assistance form the July 25-28 and August 16-19, 2025, storms. This will require us to update current needs and identify new unreported damages.
  • THIS SURVEY IS TO BE FILLED OUT BY EVERYONE—both those who have already completed a damage assessment survey (to identify any remaining needs) and those who have not yet filled one out.
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Damage assessment is the process emergency management teams use to evaluate how much harm has been done to buildings, infrastructure, and communities after a disaster like a storm, flood, or tornado. It helps us understand the extent of the damage, prioritize response efforts, and determine what kind of help—like financial assistance or repairs—might be needed. This information is also shared with state and federal agencies to support disaster declarations and recovery funding.

This page connects Illinois residents to tools and resources to help them recover after a disaster. When damage assessment surveys are active, they will be posted here.

Understanding Disaster Recovery

Disaster recovery is a coordinated effort among local, state, and federal partners to help individuals and communities rebuild after emergencies. The Illinois Emergency Management Agency and Office of Homeland Security (IEMA-OHS) works with these partners to assess damage, provide information on assistance, and support long-term recovery.

Find Help and Support

  • 211 – Social Services Assistance: Connects you with local programs for food, shelter, mental health, and more. Dial 211 or visit 211.org.
  • 311 – City Services (Chicago Area): For city services, debris pickup, and local information. Dial 311 within Chicago or visit their website.
  • State Recovery Information: Virtual Multi-Agency Resource Center (MARC) – Online access to state and non-profit disaster recovery resources.