Emergency Resource Directory
Critical contacts and resources for disaster preparedness and response
Emergency Services
FEMA Helpline
Federal Emergency Management Agency — disaster assistance, individual aid, and recovery programs.
U.S. Coast Guard
Maritime emergencies, search and rescue, and coastal disaster response.
Disaster Relief Organizations
American Red Cross FREE
Disaster shelter, emergency supplies, family reunification, and blood services.
Salvation Army Disaster Services FREE
Emergency food, clothing, shelter, and emotional support after disasters.
SBA Disaster Loans
Low-interest disaster loans for homeowners, renters, businesses, and nonprofits.
211 – United Way FREE
Connects you with local community resources — food, shelter, utilities, healthcare, and more.
Shelter & Housing Assistance
Find an Open Shelter CRITICAL
Locate Red Cross and community shelters near you during active disasters.
HUD Housing Assistance
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development — rental assistance and housing counseling post-disaster.
FEMA Individual Assistance
Apply for disaster aid — temporary housing, home repairs, personal property replacement, and more.
National Domestic Violence Hotline FREE
Safe shelter referrals and crisis support, especially important during evacuation situations.
Health & Crisis Lines
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline CRITICAL
Free, confidential crisis support 24/7. Call or text for emotional distress, suicidal thoughts, or mental health crisis.
Poison Control Center CRITICAL
Immediate guidance for poisoning, toxic exposure, and chemical emergencies — critical during floods and industrial disasters.
Disaster Distress Helpline FREE
SAMHSA crisis counseling for emotional distress related to natural or human-caused disasters.
Crisis Text Line FREE
Text-based crisis support with trained counselors. Available 24/7 for any crisis.
Veterans Crisis Line
Dedicated crisis support for veterans, service members, and their families.
CDC Emergency Preparedness
Public health guidance during disease outbreaks, environmental hazards, and natural disasters.
Utilities & Infrastructure
Report a Power Outage
Contact your local electric utility to report outages. During widespread events, check your provider's outage map.
Gas Leak / Pipeline Emergency
If you smell gas, leave immediately and call 911. Then contact your gas utility provider.
EPA Safe Drinking Water Hotline
Report water contamination or get information about boil-water advisories and safe drinking water.
Road Conditions & Closures
Check highway conditions, road closures, and evacuation routes through your state DOT or 511.
Preparedness Resources
Ready.gov – Build Your Plan
Official national preparedness guide — build an emergency plan, assemble a supply kit, and stay informed.
FEMA App
Real-time alerts, safety tips, shelter locations, and disaster resource maps in one free app.
National Flood Insurance Program
Learn about flood insurance options, flood zones, and how to protect your property before disaster strikes.
YANA-IGY Free Alert Subscription FREE
Subscribe to free emergency text and push alerts for your county — powered by YANA-IGY mesh relay technology.