Lexington Officials Urge Residents to Report Property Damage from Hurricane Helene for Future Assessments

Lexington, Ky. — Lexington Emergency Management is urging residents of Lexington-Fayette County to report any property damage incurred from Hurricane Helene. This initiative aims to gather information that could assist in future assessments of state-wide emergencies.

Residents can submit reports through a form available on the Lexington Emergency Management website. The online tool, called Survey123, allows users to detail specific instances of damage. For example, individuals can file separate reports for an uprooted tree and branches that have fallen onto roofs.

The release emphasizes the importance of thorough reporting in the event of a state-wide emergency declaration. While it currently has not been declared, the gathered information could play a crucial role in assisting with future assessments and responses to Hurricane Helene’s impact.

To submit a report, residents should visit the Lexington Emergency Management website. The department has provided a straightforward submission process meant to facilitate accurate documentation of damage across the county.

Importantly, Lexington Emergency Management clarifies that filling out the survey does not automatically guarantee financial assistance for reported damages. Instead, the information collected may be used to bolster requests for aid should state-wide assistance be deemed necessary.

The call for damage reports comes in the wake of significant weather events, making it vital for the community to collaborate in understanding the extent of the effects caused by Hurricane Helene. The department encourages all residents affected by the storm to participate in this essential data-gathering effort.

For those submitting multiple reports, Lexington Emergency Management emphasizes the ease of uploading various forms of damage incurred in separate instances. This approach ensures that all damages are accounted for and can be effectively addressed in any potential future response.