Recovery Resources
Small Business Recovery Center for Businesses Impacted by Flooding
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) opened a Business Recovery Center in National City for businesses that were impacted by the severe storm and flooding from Jan. 21-23. The center will open on Monday through Friday from 8:30am to 5:00pm at the Southwestern College Higher Education Center located at 880 National City Blvd. National City, CA 91950. It will be in Room 7100 on the first floor in the Center for Business Advancement. No appointment necessary.
To apply for a disaster loan online or find more disaster information assistance, visit SBA.gov/disaster, call the SBA Customer Service Center at 800-659-2955
Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
FEMA announced that federal disaster assistance has been made available to the state of California to supplement recovery efforts in the areas affected by severe storms and flooding, January 21-23, 2024. To be eligible for assistance, individuals must register with FEMA. Eligibility is limited to victims of a federally declared emergency.
FEMA worked with the State, the County and City of San Diego to set up a Disaster Recovery Center at the Spring Valley County Library and the City’s Mountain View Community Center. Two Disaster Recovery Centers will open on March 1st and will operate from 10am to 7pm seven days a week to help flood victims from the devastating Jan. 22 storms.
Click here for more information about FEMA and what it provides. Click here to find more information about the Disaster Recovery Centers.
City of San Diego – Local Assistance Center
The City’s Local Assistance Center has transitioned to an online resource hub. Storm-impacted City residents can continue to access services and resources using this virtual center. City staff will also be available at a specified location on specific dates/hours for in-person assistance for anyone in need of internet access or digital devices. Days and hours for in-person assistance are provided on the City’s virtual page linked below.
Click here to view the City’s Virtual Recovery Assistance Center and to view hours and location for in-person assistance.
Sandbags
Get sandbags to prepare for more rainy weather.
This link provides unincorporated and City listings. Residents and businesses can get free sand and bags to protect homes and other property from flooding and soil erosion. County and CAL Fire locations are for the unincorporated area. Cities have their own sandbags. Some locations have sand and bags. Some have only bags. You need to bring a shovel to fill bags. Call before you come to make sure the location still has sand or bags.
Click here to view a list of sandbag locations across the region.
American Red Cross Southern California
If the storm has forced you to evacuate your home, you can view the latest shelter information here.
Shelters will offer space, food, & other emergency assistance to people affected by disaster. The Red Cross doesn’t require people to show any kind of identification to enter a Red Cross shelter, just their name & where they were living before the disaster. The Red Cross is also committed to helping people with a wide range of needs, including people with disabilities & mental illnesses, whether they are children or seniors. Use the link to find shelters, and view what you should bring with you, along with other information.
Click here to view the map of shelter locations.
Recycling via I Love a Clean San Diego
I Love a Clean San Diego serves as a one-stop recycling resource. Visit WasteFreeSD.org for information on diversion from landfills of recyclables and household hazardous waste including paint, cleaners, and motor oil. You can also get information to connect other local resources that reduce waste through reuse, donations, and recycling.
To get more info about recycling, visit WasteFreeSD.org.
City of San Diego Environmental Services Department
The City of San Diego Environmental Services Department Provides a clean and safe environment for the residents of the City of San Diego. It is responsible for the collection and disposal of refuse, recyclables, household hazardous waste, and green waste. Residents can report bulky items left in the public right of way using the City’s Get it Done app or by calling.
Click here for more information or contact their Customer Service phone line at 858-694-7000, Monday through Friday: 6:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Report Flooding in City of San Diego
To report flooding, contact the City’s dispatch center at 619-527-7500.
San Diego Gas & Electric (SDG&E)
Start, Transfer, or Stop Gas, and Electric Services
People can tell SDG&E to suspend their utilities if they are not able to stay at home. You can utilize this online service or contact SDG&E Customer Service.
Click here to visit the online page for starting/stopping service or call Customer Service at 1-800-411-7343.
Franchise Tax Board, State of California: Disaster Loss Reduction Info
This FTB webpage provides information on the types of losses that may qualify, how to claim the disaster loss deduction on the tax return, extended deadlines to file, pay and make contributions, how to get a copy of the California Tax Return, and how to stop interest from accruing on taxes owed.
To view this FTB Disaster Loss Reduction webpage, click here.
Legal Aid Society of San Diego
Legal Aid Society of San Diego has released helpful documents with FAQs regarding the County of San Diego’s Residential Eviction Ban and Rent Increase Cap as well as additional information for renters that informs them of their legal rights if they have been flooded.
To view these documents visit this page. Note that the links at the top of the list are the most recent documents.
SBP
SBP offers guides and resources that will assist you in obtaining all eligible resources from FEMA and your insurance, avoiding contractor fraud, and managing post-disaster cleanup effectively.
Safety Resources
AlertSanDiego
The County of San Diego operates AlertSanDiego, our region’s emergency notification system which can make phone calls to people and businesses in San Diego County when there’s an emergency or disaster happening or about to happen. Emergency workers use this system to tell people what’s going on and what they should do (like leave their homes, stay inside, or watch out for a gas leak or a missing person). This resource is available in English, Spanish, and American Sign Language (ASL).
Visit alertsandiego.org for updates and click Register for Emergency Alerts to sign up for ongoing notifications.
American Red Cross of Southern California Emergency App
The American Red Cross has developed an app that you can use to help prepare for weather events, and receive alerts/notifications. Download the app on App Store or Google Play. Choose to use the app in English or Spanish.
Click here to view the Red Cross webpage linking to the app or text “GETEMERGENCY” to 90999.
Road Closures – City of San Diego
Get updates on road closures in the City of San Diego.
The City of San Diego maintains this page that lists the road closures within City boundaries.
Click here to visit the City of San Diego’s Road closure page.
Metropolitan Transit System (MTS) Bus Route Alerts & Detours
This webpage provides information on bus routes that have been detoured.
Click here to view active alerts and detours.
Road Conditions – County of San Diego Department of Public Works
Get updates on road conditions and safety advisories across unincorporated areas.
This webpage will connect you to the Public Works Facebook or Twitter page for real-time updates on road conditions, or other safety advisories.
Click here to visit this webpage.
Create a Preparedness Plan
In the wake of the recent storm and rain in forecast, the County of San Diego asks residents to be ready by creating your own Personal Disaster Plan, Registering your cell phones for emergency alerts, downloading the SD Emergency mobile app that now has Earthquake Early Warning, and make an Evacuation Go-Kit and a Shelter-in-Place Stay Kit for greater disaster. You can find more Flooding Information and Resources here.
Food Resources
Food Pantries – Occasional and Ongoing Emergency Food Assistance
Programs that acquire food products through donations, canned food drives, food bank programs or direct purchase and distribute the food to people who are in emergency situations. Some pantries deliver food to people whose disabilities or illnesses make it difficult for them to leave home.
Click here to view services in the 211 database that are offering this service. Be sure to review all eligibility and intake details. If you have questions, you can call us any time by dialing 2-1-1.
Packed Lunches/Dinners
Packed lunch/dinner programs provide fresh or frozen lunches or dinners which are packed in portable containers and typically picked up and eaten elsewhere. Clients may include people who are unsheltered or low income, have a disability or illness or meet other eligibility criteria.
Click here to view services in the 211 database that are offering this service. Be sure to review all eligibility and intake details. If you have questions, you can call us any time by dialing 2-1-1.
Replacement CalFresh
Replacement CalFresh is available for anyone currently receiving CalFresh who has lost food due to a power outage lasting longer than 4 hours or wildfires. You must apply for replacement benefits within 10 days from the date of food loss.
Click here to view more information about how to approach replacing your CalFresh.
Goods and Materials
Disaster Related Clothing/Emergency Supplies
These programs provide clothing, blankets and other essentials immediately following a major disaster or large-scale emergency for people who have experienced substantial losses as a result of the incident.
Click here to view services in the 211 database that are offering this service. Be sure to review all eligibility and intake details. If you have questions, you can call us any time by dialing 2-1-1.
