Residents and business owners of Wauwatosa who were impacted by flooding in August 2025 may be eligible for federal disaster assistance through the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). Individual Assistance is available to help with costs that insurance does not cover, such as temporary housing, home repairs, cleaning and sanitizing, or limited replacement of personal property.

To apply, visit DisasterAssistance.gov.

A list of frequently asked questions is also available at DisasterAssistance.gov/help/faqs

When completing your application, you will need to provide:

• Contact information
• Email address
• Address at the time of the disaster and the address where you are now staying
• Your Social Security number
• A general list of damage and losses
• Banking information if you choose direct deposit
• If insured, the policy number or the agent and/or the company name

Residents are encouraged to apply as soon as possible to ensure timely processing of claims and assistance.