Resources
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Immediate Help and Disaster Relief
In a life-threatening emergency or active flooding, call 911.
Georgia Emergency Management & Homeland Security’s Disaster Case Management Program
Disaster response and recovery information for Georgia residents
dcm@gema.ga.govAmerican Red Cross
Shelter, supplies, and support during and after floods
Greater Atlanta regional headquarters: 404-876-3302Georgia Crisis & Access Line
24/7 mental health and crisis support
1-800-715-4225, or call or text 988FEMA Disaster Assistance
Apply for federal aid after declared disastersUnited Way of Greater Atlanta’s 211
Connects residents to housing, food, utility, and financial assistance
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How to Protect Your Home
FEMA Homeowner’s Guide to Retrofitting
Tips on protecting your home from future flood damageReady.gov
National emergency preparedness informationCity of Atlanta Department of Watershed Management
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Insurance + Housing, Legal, and Financial Support
Atlanta Legal Aid Society
Free legal support for low-income residents affected by floodingUtility Bill Assistance
Support programs available through Atlanta Gas Light and Georgia PowerNational Flood Insurance Program
Learn about flood insurance options and how to get coverage
877-336-2627United Way of Greater Atlanta’s 211
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Report Flooding or Infrastructure Problems
ATL311
Report flooding, clogged storm drains, or related issues in Atlanta using the website or app
404-546-0311City of Atlanta Department of Watershed Management
Manages the city’s stormwater systems and flood responseGeorgia Environmental Protection Division
State agency overseeing water and stormwater management
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Maps and Data
FEMA Flood Map Service Center
Check whether your home is in a flood zoneGeorgia DFIRM Map Viewer
State-level flood hazard mapsCity of Atlanta Watershed Management
Sewer mapsUSGS StreamStats for Georgia
Real-time stream and flood dataGeorgia Archives
Historical flood maps and records
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Others Active in This Work
Trees Atlanta
Urban green projects that help manage stormwaterPark Pride
Urban green projects that help manage stormwaterAtlanta Regional Commission
Regional water and land use planningHands On Atlanta
Volunteer opportunities for flood cleanup or supportGeorgia Water Coalition
Advocacy for clean and safe waterUGA Watershed Learning Network
Information on watershed challenges and management strategiesNeighborhood Planning Units
Participate in local decisions around zoning, development, and land usePartnership for Southern Equity
Environmental justice and equitable developmentStop Flooding Us
Coalition advocating for flood relief and circulating a petition to Atlanta City HallSouthface Institute, CREW
Green infrastructure and sustainability resources
Get Involved
Know a resource we missed? Email us!
hello@canopyatlanta.org
Tell Your Story
Share your experience with flooding in your neighborhood
Become a Documenter or Development Watcher
Help report on public meetings and track infrastructure or development that impacts flooding
