The links below were sent in various e-mails to our e-mail list members. If you are not on our free e-mail list and would like to be added, just send a request to mail@CharlestownCitizens.org and we'll add you ASAP!! Thanks.
Rhode Island Flood Recovery website. This website is a central point of reference for flood recovery resources.
Status of closed and reopened roads
FEMA opens office in Westerly
Representatives from the Federal Emergency Management Agency will be on the second floor of Westerly Town Hall beginning April 5th, and will remain at the town hall for 30 days from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily to deal with residents’ issues from the recent flooding. The FEMA office will be fully staffed.
Department of Health Press Release: HEALTH Urges Private Well Owners to Test Water After Floods (includes the list of labs that can test drinking water - make sure to follow the laboratory's instructions for water collection and use a sterile container provided by or approved by the lab!!)
Department of Health Press Release: Safety Information for Private Well Owners Due to Flooding (some of the same information as above and some additional)
Department of Health Press Release: Safety Information for Cleaning Following Flooding
The Rhode Island Foundation has compiled a list of resources for individuals and organizations affected by the flooding in Rhode Island.
Septic Systems - What to Do after the Flood
Personal property losses from flooding may be eligible for tax break
FEMA's recovery center opens in Warwick
Resources available throughout R.I.
IRS extends tax filing deadline to May 11
A member of the Fire Department has contacted us with the information below about getting help to pump out basements.
Call the Charlestown Dispatcher 364-1212 to get on the list. The list is long so it may be a few days before a crew can get to you.
The equipment the departments have will pump water down to about 5-6 inches. If you have less water than that the FD can't help. If you are on the list and the water is less than that or if you were able to get other help please call the dispatcher and take your house off the list.
There needs to be somewhere to pump the water. If your house is still surrounded by flood waters, they need to recede first. Outside access to the basement is needed either through a bulkhead, window, etc.
If the water is rising and nearing your electrical panel call the dispatcher as soon as possible. You may also need to contact National Grid to cut power from the outside before any pumping can take place.
NO CHARGE FOR GARBAGE AND SOLID WASTE RELATED TO FLOOD
The Department of Public Works has announced that they will have waste amnesty through Saturday April 17, 2010 for people who need to dispose of flood related waste materials. People must separate the waste that was caused by the flood so that the CRCC staff can weigh and account for and obtain reimbursement for the waste materials. Questions should be directed to the DPW office at 364-1230 between the hours of 7:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m.