Many San Diegans are assessing damage and cleaning up debris following last week’s flash flooding. The storms wreaked havoc in neighborhoods such as Southcrest, Shelltown and Logan Heights; floods washed away cars, ruined homes, damaged personal items and displaced many residents.
In the aftermath, some people can’t return to their homes and must rely on friends, family members or emergency shelters for a roof over their heads. Many people lost precious and valuable possessions and lack flood insurance to help recoup their losses.
For those who want to help beyond the relief fund set up by the San Diego Foundation, fundraisers and donation drives, there are multiple volunteer efforts led by both community members and organizations. See the events below for more information.
Editor’s note: Dates and times of events are subject to change without notice. Always check the event organizer's website or contact the organizer for the most updated schedule before attending.
- San Diego County damage assessment survey
- San Diego Get It Done app - report clogged storm drains
- Tips for documenting damage for insurance claims
- Info on SDGE bill assistance
- Check a contractor license
- File a price gouging complaint
- Info for renters
- Legal aid
- General flood preparedness info
- San Diego County disaster preparedness app
- Dumpster Drop-Off and Community Cleanup
- Donate to flood victims
- County assistance center for flood victims
- Free vehicle removal and recycling for residents of unincorporated areas of San Diego County
- EPA advice on septic systems after floods
- Where to get free sand bags
- City of San Diego inclement shelter program
- Application for Emergency Response Grant for Small Businesses and Nonprofits
- FEMA assistance
- Info about FEMA Disaster Recovery Centers