Next steps for flood victims
Heavy rains across the state this week caused severe flooding in parts of Maui, Oahu and Kauai. The surging waters took out bridges, caused landslides and sent hundreds of gallons of water and mud surging through several homes, prompting Gov. Ige to declare a state of emergency. Whenever natural disasters strike, many are left to clean up what's left, and many questions about what to do next arise. The Conversation's Russell Subiono spoke with Carol Tyau-Beam, the state coordinator for the National Flood Insurance Program, which overseen by the state Department of Land and Natural Resources. If you've been impacted by the recent flooding in our islands, visit waihalana.hawaii.gov. The state Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs' Insurance Division is also able to answer flood damage and coverage questions, and can be reached at insinv@dcca.hawaii.gov and (808) 586-2790.