Location of Taney County Extension Center, Missouri

Taney County Extension Center

Disaster recovery

Local resources

On Feb. 29 a tornado touched down in Branson, causing significant damage, many minor injuries and no fatalities.

For current status updates, see:
The City of Branson
Branson tourism information

To volunteer with the cleanup and recovery effort:
VolunteerBranson.org

Facebook — a recovery information hub
This page received more than 14,000 "likes" in the first two days after the tornado and has provided a steady stream of news updates and helpful information for residents and tourists affected by the storm.

Statewide resources

MU Extension Emergency Management
MU Extension publication EMW1001, Disaster Recovery Resources for Missouri Families

Dealing with home damage from rain or flooding
MU Extension publication MP904, Resources for Your Flooded Home, provides details on safety, clean up, disposal, mildew prevention and consumer protection.

Rebuild with life preservation in mind
This Storm Shelter Packet (PDF) links to FEMA resources on building a safe room in your home and lists storm shelter and safe room manufacturers serving Missouri.

FEMA claims
If there has been a federal disaster declaration for your area, you may qualify for FEMA assistance.
How to make a claim to FEMA (PDF)
What a FEMA Determination Letter Means (PDF) — Don't throw the letter away if you are denied assistance.
www.disasterassistance.gov