Chicago flooding: FEMA, Small Business Association holds flood relief event for West Side residents

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Saturday, October 7, 2023
FEMA, SBA holds flood relief event on West Side
FEMA and the Small Business Association are holding a flood relief event Saturday morning for West Side residents impacted by flash flooding over the summer.

CHICAGO (WLS) -- People impacted by devastating flooding in July can get help from FEMA and the SBA Sunday on the West Side.

Torrential rain hit the Chicago area July 2, leaving many homes and businesses flooded.

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The event is planned to run from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday at BUILD Chicago, 5100 W Harrison St.

Officials with FEMA and the Small Business Administration will be on hand to assist flood victims and provide resources in the cleanup process that is still going on.

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