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American Red Cross - Food/Water & Damage Assessments
Call American Red Cross (1-800-733-2767)
Food & Supplies: Working with partners, we bring meals, snacks, and relief supplies to hard-hit areas. Health & Emotional Support: ARC helps replace lost meds, provide basic care, disaster counseling, and emotional support. Recovery: Caseworkers listen, offer recovery help, and connect you to local resources.
Call 1-800-733-2767
Volunteer Tracking
Have you volunteered in the cleanup efforts? Logging your time can help local jurisdictions prove damages and recover financially. Fill out our short'n'sweet form if you volunteered anywhere in the state.
Immediate Basic Needs
The storm may have impacted your day-to-day necessities including access to shelter, food, and water. Contact the American Red Cross for immediate needs: 1-800-733-2767
Damage Assessments
Contact the American Red Cross to conduct a damage assessment at 1-800-733-2767.
Contact your local NDSU Extension agent for agriculture damage assessment. See agriculture recovery programs below.
Document and Submit Insurance Claims
Work to submit homeowner's insurance claims by providing documentation and photos of damage. See the ND Insurance Department for a post-disaster checklist or for help.
Safely Clear Debris
Disasters can cause or expose dangerous elements including sewage, asbestos, mold. Learn how to stay safe as you clear debris from your property, and see 'Cleaning Up' below for more great information.
De-stressing and Asking for Help
Disasters can cause trauma and stress. Give yourself space and grace on the road to recovery, and ask for help when you need it. See our resources for well-being below.
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline – If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available.
Call or Text 988 or chat 988lifeline.org.
Other important behavioral health information: 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline | Health and Human Services North Dakota
Financial Recovery
Catholic Charities North Dakota 2025 June Storm Disaster Relief
In response to the devastating tornadoes that struck North Dakota on June 20th, Catholic Charities North Dakota has announced the availability of emergency relief funds to assist individuals and families with expenses not covered by insurance. These funds are intended to provide urgent support for costs such as deductibles, home repairs, and other essential needs as residents work to rebuild and recover. Eligible applicants may receive funds to help ease the financial burden caused by the storms.
Residents affected by the tornadoes can call Sara Pachl, Community Resource Coordinator, at 701-805-9836, or complete a resource assistance form at https://www.catholiccharitiesnd.org/community-resources.
For more information, please contact Sara Pachl, Community Resource Coordinator at 701-805-9836.
Document and Submit Claims to Your Insurance
Work to submit homeowners’ insurance claims by providing documentation and photos of damage. Post-disaster claims checklist: Disaster Preparedness & Recovery | North Dakota Insurance Department
SNAP Replacement
ND residents who participate in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and lost food due to the recent power outages caused by the June tornadoes, windstorms and hail may qualify for SNAP replacement benefits. Fill out this form and email to applyforhelp@nd.gov. Call (701) 328-1000 with any questions, or visit a human service zone office
Storm Relief Fund
Set up in response to the June 20, 2025 storm events across North Dakota. Grants will go to entities assisting in the response to and recovery from the damage caused by this widespread storm event.
Legal Services of North Dakota
Legal Services of North Dakota is a non-profit organization that provides legal assistance in a variety of matters to North Dakotans. To access free services, individuals must apply for legal services at an in-person office, Online Intake form, or over the phone.
Under age 60 call toll-free 1-800-634-5263
Monday – Thursday, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Central
Age 60+ call toll-free 1-866-621-9886
Monday – Thursday, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Central
Cleaning Up
Safely begin to clear debris and stabilize living situation
Wearing gloves, closed-toe shoes, and avoiding hazardous materials carefully begin to remove debris from the impacted area to the edge of the property such as the curb. Holes in roofs or walls can be temporarily patched with a house wrap or tarp and securely fastened with nails or screws.
Read Debris Removal Information for Community Leaders
Structural Safety: Buildings damaged by severe weather can be unsafe places to be. Assessing Structural Safety of Buildings
Septic systems: septic systems can be adversely affected by extreme weather events. Responding to Sewage Issues
Mold: buildings damaged by severe weather events may develop or expose mold, leading to dangerous health impacts.
Asbestos: Asbestos is a health hazard that can lead to short and long-term health impacts. Be cautious while conducting recovery and home restoration.
- Asbestos for residential buildings, Learn More
- Asbestos for Commercial buildings, Learn More
Lead Paint: post-disaster renovations can expose dangerous lead paint. Learn More
Food Safety: power outages may have impacted foods in your home.
Sunk Vehicles: If there are boats that have sunk, work to remove the boat from the water to avoid additional environmental impacts. Abandoned or ruined motor vehicle resource. Learn More
Resources for Well-Being
Mental Health Crisis Line
Text or Call 9-8-8
If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available any time via call, text, or chat.
FirstLink
2-1-1 or (701) 235-7335
Provides information online or by phone about helpful community resources and provides information and referrals for essential needs like food, housing and shelter for people experiencing homelessness, help with utilities, transportation, and more.
Mental Health and Substance Use Disorder Resources
- Find Behavioral Health Services
- Find HHS Regional Human Service Centers (Behavioral Health Clinics)
- North Dakota Mental Health Program Directory
- Recovery Talk (701) 291-7901
Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM) Program
701-328-0707
The CISM Program is available 24/7 and provides free and confidential mental health and support services to all levels of first responders that are affected by the impacts of stress and emotions after dealing with emergency situations or crises.
Visit the HHS Website to Learn More
NDSU Extension
NDSU Extension offers educational publications on managing or coping from the impacts and stress of disaster events.
- FS2092 - Helping the Helpers in Times of Crisis or Natural Disaster (educational publication)
- FS2093 - Dealing with Stress After a Crisis or Natural Disaster (educational publication)
- FS1953 - Helping Your Child Cope After a Natural Disaster (educational publication)
Agriculture Resources
2025 Grain Storage & Facility Rebuilder Program
On July 1st, 2025, Governor Kelly Armstrong announced a program to help agricultural producers quickly replace infrastructure, such as grain storage, lost in recent severe storms, including storms on June 20-21 that spawned over a dozen tornadoes and derecho straight-line winds. The program provides two options: temporary storage support and facility repair & replacement assistance. The program application period will open on Wednesday, July 9, 2025 and close on December 31, 2025.
Click here to learn more from the Bank of North Dakota.
USDA - Disaster Assistance Discovery Tool
Learn about USDA disaster assistance programs that might be right for you by completing five simple steps.
NDSU Extension – Impacts Assessment
If you were impacted, please reach out to your local NDSU Extension Office.
NDSU Extension and the Department of Agriculture are coordinating to assess agricultural losses. This information will provide a better understanding of the needs of those directly impacted and help direct recovery efforts. Find your office here.
Livestock Mortality Resources
*Important: document livestock losses with dated photos prior to disposal.
- Emergency Waste Disposal guidance for dead or deceased livestock
- NDSU Extension video explaining livestock mortality disposal options (YouTube)
- Animal Carcass Disposal Options Rendering • Incineration • Burial • Composting (NDSU Extension Publication)
- 4 Easy Steps for Composting Dead Livestock (NDSU Extension Publication)
Missing or Stray Animals
If you are missing livestock in the aftermath of these disasters, please contact the North Dakota Stockmen’s Association at (701) 223-2522 or e-mail cward@ndstockmen.org to file a missing livestock report.
USDA – Farm Service Agency - Livestock Indemnity Program (LIP)
Find your closest office at USDA Service Center Locator
The FSA LIP offers payments to eligible producers for livestock death losses in excess of normal mortality due to adverse weather.
Please note that livestock deaths need to be reported within 30-days. Read More
USDA – Farm Service Agency - Emergency Assistance for Livestock, Honeybees, and Farm-Raised Fish Program (ELAP)
Find your closest office at USDA Service Center Locator
The ELAP offers payments to grazing producers for lost grazing, lost feed, water hauling, due to drought and adverse weather conditions. Read More
Farm Rescue
Producers can apply to receive assistance with hay hauling, livestock feeding, and planting. Apply Now
P.O. Box 28, Horace, ND 58047
Contact: 701-252-2017
Resources for Public Officials and Political Subdivisions
Damage Assessment Webinar
A Teams meeting was held Monday, June 30th, to assist with navigating this process. Click below for the meeting recording.
YouTube Recording - Damage Assessment Webinar
Damage Assessment Presentation
This is the presentation which was given as part of the June 30th webinar.
Recovery Resources Posters
These files direct people to assistance via a QR code directing them to this page.
June Storm Recovery Poster 1 (PDF)
June Storm Recovery Instructions Poster 2 (PDF)
Red Cross Resources Flyer
This file gives contact information for the Red Cross.