Storm Recovery Resources

Supporting Businesses in NWI

Northwest Indiana Business Storm Recovery

Resources, updates and assistance for Northwest Indiana businesses impacted by the August 2026 storms

Crossroads Chamber is committed to helping our business community navigate recovery. This page will be updated as new local, state and federal resources become available.

Latest Recovery Updates

Trump approves major disaster declaration for 21 Indiana counties after deadly storms

Federal disaster aid is on the way to Hoosiers and communities across storm-battered Indiana after President Donald Trump approved the state’s request for a major disaster declaration. The ...
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Governor Braun directs next phase of storm recovery for Indiana

INDIANAPOLIS — Governor Mike Braun today directed additional storm recovery efforts around the state of Indiana. “In the aftermath of historic storms, power outages, and flooding, the cleanup ...
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NIPSCO donating $2 million to Northwest Indiana storm relief, suspending disconnections

NIPSCO is donating $2 million to disaster relief and suspending disconnections after the Aug. 11 storm that devastated Northwest Indiana with a derecho, tornadoes and straight-line winds of ...
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Report Business Damage (opens in new tab)

If your business sustained property damage from the August storms, report the damage directly to your county Emergency Management Agency (EMA). Reporting helps local and state officials document the full impact of the storm and identify recovery needs.

Businesses should also document damage with photos, videos, receipts, repair estimates and records of damaged equipment or inventory. Keep records of closures, lost revenue and other storm-related expenses.

Businesses with storm-related property damage should contact their county Emergency Management Agency for guidance on reporting commercial damage and available recovery resources.

Insurance Relief for Storm-Impacted Businesses

The Indiana Department of Insurance has issued a 60-day moratorium on insurance cancellations and nonrenewals due to storm-related missed payments for affected policyholders. The relief applies to all lines of insurance, with late-payment penalties also suspended.

If your business experienced damage:

  • Contact your insurance provider as soon as possible.
  • Take photos and videos before cleanup or repairs.
  • Keep receipts for repairs and emergency expenses.
  • Document damaged equipment, property and inventory.
  • Track business interruptions, closures and related losses.
  • Keep copies of all estimates, invoices and insurance correspondence.

Important: The moratorium provides additional time for affected policyholders to make payments but does not eliminate premiums owed.

Federal Disaster Assistance

Additional assistance for businesses may become available as the federal disaster declaration process continues.

SBA Disaster Assistance

If activated for this disaster, SBA programs may provide assistance for physical business damage and economic losses.