Community Resources from the Cadillac News

Category: 2026Flood

Articles and resources for the 2026 Flooding

  • Deadline for applying for FEMA aid for flood damage Aug. 31

    Original Article here.

    How to apply • Survivors can apply for FEMA assistance online at www.disasterassistance.gov or by using the FEMA Helpline at (800) 621-3362. Assistance is also available in person by visiting any Michigan Disaster Recovery Center. • Applying for a SBA low-interest disaster loan can be done online at www.sba.gov/disaster/ or in person at a Disaster Recovery Center or Business Recovery Center. For more information or to check an application status, call SBAs Customer Service Center at (800) 659-2955 or email DisasterCustomerService@sba.gov.

  • Study on potential Clam River dam upgrades in the works

    Study on potential Clam River dam upgrades in the works

    Original Article here.

    Story Highlights • The Cadillac City Council on Monday discussed several flood-related issues. • Council voted to contribute $22,000 to a study on the Clam River dam to determine if modifications can be made to make it more efficient when water levels are extremely high. • Cadillac City Manager Marcus Peccia said the city has submitted damage claims to FEMA for possible reimbursement of costs. He said they likely won’t know for weeks or months how much the city will receive. • Council purchased a backup generator for the lift station on Leeson Avenue for around $66,000. The city currently is renting a generator for $1,285 a week after the facility equipment failed during the April flood event.

  • FEMA so far has awarded $10.9 million to Michigan flood victims

    Original Article here.

    About a month since President Donald Trump announced the federal disaster declaration for the state of Michigan following the April storms, tornadoes and flooding, Michiganders have received $12.3 million in federal assistance to support their disaster recovery efforts.

  • Temporary road fixes continue as permanent repairs await funding

    Temporary road fixes continue as permanent repairs await funding

    Original Article here.

    Story Highlights:

    • Road commissions in Wexford and Osceola counties, along with the Cadillac Department of Public Works, are continuing to repair roads damaged by the spring floods.

    • Many roads have reopened after temporary repairs were made, but several remain closed as officials assess damage and determine what is eligible for funding assistance.

    • City crews in Cadillac are also repairing washed-out catch basins, sidewalks, and other infrastructure.

  • Applying for FEMA aid? Watch out for fraudsters

    Applying for FEMA aid? Watch out for fraudsters

    Original Article here.

    CADILLAC — The Federal Emergency Management Agency is warning residents about a potential increase in fraudulent activity, common after disasters.

  • Flood-impacted residents say quick response from FEMA was ‘amazing’

    Flood-impacted residents say quick response from FEMA was ‘amazing’

    Original Article here.

    • Individuals who live in Wexford County or Osceola County whose home or property was damaged by the storms can apply online at disasterassistance.gov or by calling 1-800-621-3362. • Loan applications are also available online or by mail. For additional information on low-interest SBA loans or the application process, visit the MySBA Loan Portal or call 1-800-659-2955.

  • EGLE says there was no detectable impact to Clam River from sewer overflow

    EGLE says there was no detectable impact to Clam River from sewer overflow

    Original Article here.

    CADILLAC — A representative from the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy told the Cadillac News Wednesday that there was no detectable impact on the Clam River from the sewer overflow that occurred at the Cadillac Wastewater Treatment Plant in April.

  • FEMA issues notice to residents about upcoming home inspections

    FEMA issues notice to residents about upcoming home inspections

    Original Article here.

    The Federal Emergency Management Agency recently issued a notice providing details about home inspections that will be done in the area in the coming weeks.

  • State seeks explanation from city on sewer overflow during flooding

    State seeks explanation from city on sewer overflow during flooding

    Original Article here.

    CADILLAC — The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy has requested an explanation from the city about a sanitary sewer overflow that occurred in April.

  • FEMA urges all flood-affected residents to apply for financial aid

    Original Article here.

    CADILLAC — All flood-impacted residents, even those who don’t think they’d qualify for financial compensation or who already received a payment from their private insurance provider, are urged to file a claim with the Federal Emergency Management Agency.