Central Indiana officials are shifting to recovery efforts as water levels slowly recede after major storms and flooding that have killed at least seven people statewide since Aug. 11.
The Indianapolis Department of Public Works has reopened the flood gates near the Indianapolis Arts Center in Broad Ripple, where the White River crested above 20 feet on Aug. 15, forcing many evacuations.
Farther north in Hamilton County, the flooding broke a century-old record when the river crested at 24.6 feet Saturday afternoon. A number of roads remain closed across the county Sunday as officials assess the damage.
The flooding and storms forced water rescues and damaged homes across the state. Here’s how you can help people who have been impacted.
The Indianapolis Foundation
Donations to the Indianapolis Foundation’s Indianapolis Flood Relief Fund will support local organizations helping people affected by the flooding. The fund will help meet urgent needs and support recovery in the weeks and months ahead, according to the foundation.
Hamilton County
SERVE Village in Noblesville is coordinating volunteers to assist those in need and with recovery efforts after the historic flooding. To sign up to volunteer, visit the organization’s website.
The Hamilton County Community Foundation has created a flood relief fund to support local recovery, and 100% of donations will go directly toward supporting flood relief and recovery efforts. After entering your donation amount and selecting “Next,” choose “Hamilton County Relief Fund.”
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This article originally appeared on Indianapolis Star: Here’s how to help after damaging flood hits Indianapolis, Hamilton County
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