If there's one word that might be the most important when it comes to receiving aid for Ida damage, it's "document." According to FEMA.gov, if your property has flooded, promptly report the loss to your insurance agent or company. Take photos, and an insurance adjuster will be assigned to work with you throughout the claims process. You can also ask if you can get an advance payment. Advance payments are deducted from the final claim payment. PIX11's Henry Rosoff has more. | PIX11

30 reactions | We released a new video series to support tribes throughout the disaster declaration process. Developed in partnership with tribal emergency managers, the video series explains our tribal declaration pilot guidance, the disaster declaration process, and key decisions points for tribal leaders. Check the full series out here: youtube.com/playlist?list=PL720Kw_OojlKrUwxzGjM7JzAmOkZSG6jx | FEMA Federal Emergency Management Agency | Facebook

If you live in a designated area, you have 4 ways to apply for assistance: - Online: disasterassistance.gov. - FEMA APP: fema.gov/app. - Call: 800-621-3362. - In person at a DRC: fema.gov/drc. | FEMA Federal Emergency Management Agency