Wednesday, October 28, 2026

Update on Federal Disaster Response in Northwest Indiana

As we continue in the storm recovery, I wanted to highlight the upcoming information on In-Person Events and the deadline to apply for assistance under the Indiana State Disaster Relief Fund.  

In-Person Events

While the deadline to apply for FEMA assistance from the August 2026 storms has passed, representatives from FEMA and the SBA and various state agencies will be available at these locations to help navigate applications and to identify resources that may assist in the recovery effort. 

Wednesday - October 28

Lake County Public Library - Griffith Branch
1215 East 45th Avenue
Griffith, Indiana 46319
1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Porter County Public Library - South Haven Branch
403 West 700 North
Valparaiso, Indiana 46385
10:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Thursday - October 29

Lake County Public Library - Lake Station-New Chicago Branch
2007 Central Avenue
Lake Station, Indiana 46405
10:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Friday - October 30

Lake County Public Library - Lake Station-New Chicago Branch
2007 Central Avenue
Lake Station, Indiana 46405
10:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Indiana State Disaster Relief Fund Application Deadline

The deadline to apply for assistance under the Indiana State Disaster Relief Fund is November 24, 2026.  For additional information on the application process, please click here:  https://www.in.gov/dhs/emergency-management-and-preparedness/august-2026-disaster

Should you or someone you know is having any difficulty recovering from the storms or needs any assistance navigating available resources, including checking the status or appealing applications for federal assistance under FEMA, please do not hesitate to contact my office at 219-795-1844 or visit mrvan.house.gov.