2026 southeast flooding recovery resources
On September 18-19, heavy rain caused flooding across portions of southern and southeastern Minnesota, damaging homes, businesses, roads and other properties. Below are resources and guidance for impacted communities.
This page will continue to be updated as additional recovery resources are identified. Eligibility, deadlines and available assistance vary by program.
Document and report damage
If your home, business or property was impacted by flooding:
- Take photos or videos of damage before cleanup or repairs.
- Make a list of damaged or destroyed property.
- Keep receipts for cleanup, repairs temporary housing and other disaster-related expenses.
- Report damage through your city or county’s local damage-reporting process.
- Contract your insurance company as soon as possible to report damage.
Recovery resources
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
Provides guidance on safely cleaning up mold, preventing mold growth and protecting indoor air quality after flooding.
Resources for Flood Cleanup and Indoor Air Quality | US EPA
Homeowner's and Renter's Guide to Mold Cleanup after Disasters | US EPA
Minnesota 211
Connects Minnesotans with local assistance for housing, food, financial needs, disaster recovery and other services. Help is available 24 hours a day.
American Red Cross
Provides disaster assistance and connects people affected by wildfires and other disasters with available services and recovery resources.
University of Minnesota Extension
Find guidelines for cleaning up after a flood while staying safe from potential hazards.
Minnesota Department of Agriculture
Provides information for farms, businesses, and other agricultural facilities that have been impacted by flooding.
Minnesota Department of Health
Find information about hazards that may be present after a flood and how to protect yourself.
https://www.health.state.mn.us/communities/environment/emergency/natural/flood
National Child Traumatic Stress Network
Offers guidance for parents and caregivers to help young children cope with stress and recover emotionally after a disaster.
After a Crisis: Helping Young Children Heal | The National Child Traumatic Stress Network
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)
Provides mental health resources and support for disaster survivors experiencing stress, anxiety or emotional distress.
Housing resources
Minnesota Housing
Minnesota Housing provides resources for individuals seeking temporary housing after extreme weather events.
Extreme weather housing resources | Minnesota Housing
Minnesota Housing also offers grants to support infrastructure improvements and redevelopment of manufactured home communities, prioritizing projects that address health, safety and critical needs.
Manufactured Home Community Redevelopment | Minnesota Housing
Insurance resources
Minnesota Department of Commerce
The Disaster Information Center provides information about insurance claims and recovery after damage to a home, vehicle or other property.
Unemployment resources
Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development
The Minnesota Unemployment Insurance Program website provides information for people who have become unemployed or had their hours greatly reduced, and for employers or their agents.
Customer service:
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Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., except on holidays
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Twin Cities area: 651-296-3644
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Greater Minnesota: 1-877-898-9090
Teletypewriter (TTY) users: 1-866-814-1252
Questions?
Email HSEM at hsem.disaster-recovery@state.mn.us