The Salvation Army operates an Emergency Disaster Relief program which provides: individual/family counseling and works with other agencies in feeding/housing for volunteers and victims.

Through the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), for areas declared disaster areas, there may be grants for basic home repairs and/or rental assistance; low interest loans for renters, homeowners, and businesses; and grants for serious disaster-related needs and expenses such as appliances and furniture. IMPORTANT: Call to start the registration process. Have available: Social Security number, insurance information including policy numbers, information on your damage, direct deposit information and day and night contact information. Document your claim number.

The American Red Cross of Northeastern New York helps people prepare for, prevent and respond to disasters, as well as providing life-saving trainings and support services. Our eight-county service area includes Albany, Columbia, Fulton, Greene, Montgomery, Rensselaer, Schenectady and Schoharie counties and the town of Waterford in Saratoga County.

We live and work in this community too; we might even be neighbors. As a locally owned and operated business, SERVPRO of Chemung & Schuyler Counties is close by and ready to respond to your flood or water damage emergency. We are proud to be an active member of the Elmira community and want to do our part to make our community the best it can be.

We are proud to serve our local communities:

Elmira, NY

Horseheads, NY

Chemung, NY

Big Flats, NY

Van Etten, NY

Watkins Glen, NY

Montour Falls, NY

Mecklenburg, NY

Beaver Dams, NY

Valois, NY

Biohazard Cleanup Services Include

Blood and Body Fluid Remediation

MRSA Decontamination and Protection

Suicide and Homicide Cleanup

Unassisted/Accidental Death Cleanup

Advanced Odor Treatments

Gross Filth Cleanup and Pack Rat Cleanup Services

Sewage Cleanup and Sanitation Services

H1N1 Decontamination

Each year, the American Red Cross responds immediately to more than 67,000 disasters nationwide, including house or apartment fires (the majority of disaster responses), hurricanes, floods, earthquakes, tornadoes, hazardous materials spills and other natural and man-made disasters. All Red Cross disaster assistance is free, made possible by voluntary donations of time and money from the American people.

Mold not only damages property, but can jeopardize human health. Mold must be removed by professionals because efforts by well-meaning homeowners can actually accelerate mold growth. Using UV light or high-heat drying has only temporary benefits and can be harmful to people, pets, wood, plastics, and plants. People are often confused by thinking that mold-resistant means mold-proof. It does not.

Water damaged building interiors provide a "prime" environment for the growth and reproduction of mold and bacteria. Molds are parasitic in that they rely on dead or decaying organic matter for food. One of the favorite foods for mold is the paper on drywall. This, coupled with warm humid air, creates the ideal environment for reproduction. The most common reaction to mold is an allergic reaction. However, individuals in a high risk group, such as children, elderly, someone who is immunocompromised, or with chronic respiratory problems may suffer more severe reactions. Bacteria are pathogens that may infect healthy individuals and cause serious illnesses in a matter of hours.

PuroClean’s mold removal services are comprehensive, encompassing mold remediation, mold odor removal, as well as cleaning and sanitization. The most effective way to protect your family and property from the threat of mold is to have it remediated immediately by a professional restoration company.

How Does Mold Develop?

NYS Disaster Case Management Program of Catholic Charities connects individuals to services and resources for help after a disaster. Case managers work one-on-one, providing referrals and obtaining all available assistance. This program is only activated during Disaster situations.

Broome County Emergency Services provides planning, training, resources, response, warning, coordination and information through communications to the public, elected officials and public safety agencies to assist them in preparing for, responding to and mitigating emergencies and disasters which affect the residents of Broome County.

Habitat for Humanity ReStore is a nonprofit home improvement store and donation center that sells new and gently used furniture, appliances, home accessories, antiques, building materials and more to the public. Proceeds are used to build homes, community, and hope locally and around the world.