September 16, 2010
(Red Deer, Alberta) – The Government of Alberta has announced the approval of the 2010 Central Alberta Disaster Recovery Program. The program is designed to provide financial assistance for losses and damages caused by overland flooding as a result of severe storms in Central Alberta, including the city of Red Deer, on July 12 and 13, 2010.
The City of Red Deer, working with the Alberta Emergency Management Agency, will open a registration centre to take applications from homeowners, tenants, small business, institutions or condominium associations that sustained damage during this flood.
Location: G.H. Dawe Centre, Activity Room 3 (56 Holt Street, Red Deer)
Dates and Times: Monday, September 20 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Tuesday, September 21 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Wednesday, September 22 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Applicants should have the following information with them to assist in completing the application:
• name of insurance broker/agent and telephone number
• a letter from insurance company indicating what is not covered by insurance
• a list of losses and damages
The Disaster Recovery Program covers situations where insurance is not readily and reasonably available. The program provides financial assistance for requirements essential for day-to-day living, but is not intended to provide full compensation for all losses and damages. Citizens are advised that the program does not cover losses or damages due to sewer backup because insurance can be purchased for this hazard.
If you are unable to access the registration centre during these three days, please contact the City of Red Deer Emergency Management office at 403-342-8258 to arrange application.
For more information, call the Disaster Recovery Program office toll free at 1-888-671-1111 or visit http://www.aema.alberta.ca/.
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For more information, please contact:
Karen Mann
Emergency Management Coordinator
The City of Red Deer
403-342-8258
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